Squarespace domain cancellation involves different processes depending on when you registered your domain and its type. Here's what you need to know:

Cancellation Options

For Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLDs like .com, .net):

• Cancel within 5 days of registration for a full refund
• After 5 days, disable auto-renew to let domain expire at next charge date

For Country Code Domains (ccTLDs like .eu, .ca):

• No cancellation grace period
• Can only disable auto-renew to let domain expire

Before Canceling

1. Check Connected Services:

• Review custom email services (Google Workspace, Outlook)
• Set new primary domain if keeping website
• Consider transferring domain instead of canceling

2. Special Considerations:

• Legacy/free domains have different billing rules
• Parking page domains require additional steps
• Domain transfers may affect cancellation options

How to Cancel (Within 5 Days)

1. Access domains dashboard
2. Select domain
3. Click "Delete Domain"
4. Confirm deletion

How to Disable Auto-Renew

1. Access domains dashboard
2. Select domain
3. Toggle off Auto-renew

After Cancellation

• Domain disconnection takes 1-72 hours
• Refunds process in 3-10 business days
• Domain availability for re-registration varies
• DNS records can be removed to disconnect completely

Refund Policy

• Full refund within 5-day grace period
• No refunds after grace period
• Policy applies to initial purchases only

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