Google Domains Migration to Squarespace: What Users Need to Know

Google Domains Migration to Squarespace: What Users Need to Know

By Michael Turner

January 21, 2025 at 01:50 AM

Google Domains to Squarespace Migration Guide

Squarespace acquired all Google Domains registrations on September 7, 2023. All domains have now been successfully migrated to Squarespace's platform.

Managing Your Domain

If you have a Squarespace account:

  1. Visit squarespace.com/login
  2. Sign in with your existing credentials
  3. Access your domains in the dashboard

If you're new to Squarespace:

  1. Visit squarespace.com/login
  2. Click "Continue with Google"
  3. Select your Google Domains email account
  4. Follow verification steps if needed

Domain Management Features:

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

Key Billing Information:

  • Automatic annual renewals continue
  • Existing registration periods are honored
  • New Squarespace rates apply from September 7, 2024
  • Renewal notices sent 15 days before due date

Important Changes:

  • Tax exemptions must be reapplied
  • Domain and email forwarding rules require DNS updates
  • Custom DNS settings need verification
  • DDNS is not supported
  • ACME TLS/SSL certificates will work until expiration

Domain Ownership:

  • Last payment owner retains primary control
  • Contributors receive Editor-level permissions
  • Domain transfers allowed without 60-day lock
  • Existing Google services (Analytics, Search Console, Ads) remain functional

No Additional Requirements:

  • Squarespace website subscription not required
  • Continue using your current website host
  • Domain management remains independent service

For any login issues or migration concerns, contact Squarespace support directly.

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