A Squarespace domain allows you to secure your web address before building a website. When purchased, your domain connects to a minimalist parking page until you're ready to create your site.

Key Features

• Ad-free parking page with a clean design
• Default domain privacy protection
• Ability to purchase multiple domains
• Automatic renewal options
• Domain verification within 15 days required

Pricing

• Common TLDs (.com, .org): $20/year
• Specialty TLDs (.photography, .media): $30-$50/year
• Prices vary by domain extension

How to Purchase

1. Visit domains.squarespace.com
2. Search for available domains
3. Add desired domains to cart
4. Complete registration and verify your purchase
5. Check email for verification link (must verify within 15 days)

Management Features

• Invite contributors for team management
• Group multiple domains under one parking page
• Change primary domain anytime
• Manage DNS settings
• Enable/disable auto-renewal

Important Notes

• Domains can be renamed within 5 days of registration
• Resolution time: 1-72 hours
• 15-day grace period for failed renewals
• 30-day renewal grace period after expiration
• 5-day window for refunds
• Can add Google Workspace email services
• Requires website subscription for Email Campaigns

Troubleshooting

• For registration errors, verify payment information
• European cards may require Strong Customer Authentication
• Failed registrations can be retried if domain still available
• Support available 24/7 for assistance

When ready to build your website, create a trial site and transfer your domain. Annual plan subscribers within one year of domain registration may qualify for free domain offer.

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