Google Domains Migration to Squarespace: Complete Guide for Domain Transfers

Google Domains Migration to Squarespace: Complete Guide for Domain Transfers

By Michael Turner

January 21, 2025 at 01:50 AM

Google Domains to Squarespace Migration: Essential Information

Squarespace acquired all Google Domains registrations on September 7, 2023. All domain migrations are now complete, and Squarespace is your new domain host.

Managing Your Domain

For Existing Squarespace Users:

  • Log in at squarespace.com/login with your current credentials
  • Access domains through the domains dashboard

For New Squarespace Users:

  1. Visit squarespace.com/login
  2. Click "Continue with Google"
  3. Select your Google Domains-associated account
  4. If you encounter login issues, use the "Unable to access" option for email verification

Domain Management Features:

  • Billing settings
  • Contact information
  • DNS records
  • Nameservers and DNSSEC
  • Whois Privacy

Billing Information

  • Annual automatic renewals continue
  • 15-day renewal notice via email
  • Previous Google registration periods are honored
  • New pricing effective September 7, 2024
  • Tax exemptions must be re-applied with Squarespace

Domain Functionality

Website Connectivity:

  • May need to add new verification records
  • DNS records manageable through domains dashboard
  • No website subscription required
  • Compatible with any website provider

Important Services:

  • Domain forwarding maintained
  • Email forwarding continues
  • Google services (Analytics, Search Console, Ads) remain functional

Notable Changes:

  • Dynamic DNS not supported
  • ACME TLS/SSL certificates not supported
  • Existing SSL certificates work until expiration

Key Features:

  • No 60-day transfer lock
  • Domain transfers available anytime
  • Free domain and email forwarding
  • Full DNS management capabilities

For detailed technical assistance or specific configurations, contact Squarespace support through your account dashboard.

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