How to Cancel a Domain Transfer: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Cancel a Domain Transfer: Step-by-Step Guide

By Michael Turner

March 16, 2025 at 06:31 PM

You can cancel an incoming domain transfer to Squarespace while it's still in "Transfer pending" status. Here's how to handle domain transfer cancellation:

Cancellation Requirements

  • Domain must still be in "Transfer pending" status
  • Domain provider must not have approved the transfer yet
  • Domain must not have been released by the current provider

To Cancel a Domain Transfer:

  1. Go to Domains panel
  2. Select the pending transfer domain
  3. Click "..." (more options)
  4. Choose "Cancel transfer"
  5. Confirm the cancellation

Important Notes:

  • Contact your domain provider to ensure they also deny the transfer
  • Once a domain provider releases the domain, cancellation is no longer possible
  • After a successful transfer, domains must stay with the new host for 60 days

If Cancellation Fails:

  • Verify transfer status with your current provider
  • If domain was already released, wait for transfer completion
  • After transfer completes, you can initiate a new transfer away from Squarespace

Best Practice: Cancel the transfer in both places:

  1. Squarespace Domains panel
  2. Original domain provider's system

This ensures the domain remains with your current provider and prevents any transfer conflicts.

Remember: Acting quickly is essential, as the window for cancellation is limited to the pending transfer period.

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