Squarespace Domains allows you to register a domain before creating a website. Your domain will connect to a minimalist, ad-free placeholder page until you're ready to build your site.

Key Features:

• Private by default (WHOIS protection included)
• Most domains can be renamed within 5 days of registration
• Pricing: $20/year for .com/.org, $30-50/year for specialty TLDs
• Auto-renewal enabled by default
• 24/7 customer support

How to Buy a Domain:

1. Visit domains.squarespace.com
2. Search for your desired domain
3. Add domain(s) to cart
4. Complete registration and verify terms
5. Verify domain within 15 days via email

Domain Management:

• Invite collaborators to help manage your domain
• Register multiple domains that redirect to one placeholder
• Change primary domain anytime
• Manage payment information individually or as a group

Important Time Frames:

• Domain resolution: 1-72 hours
• Verification deadline: 15 days
• Renewal notice: 15 days before expiration
• Grace period after failed payment: 40 days
• Refund period: 5 days

Placeholder Page Features:

• Clean, minimalist design
• Displays custom domain
• No ads or unrelated content
• Cannot be customized

Additional Services:

• Custom email through Google Workspace available
• Email marketing requires full website
• Can add multiple domain subscriptions

To create a full website later, start a trial and move your domain when ready. Annual plan subscribers within one year of domain registration may qualify for a free domain offer.

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