How to Register and Setup a Domain Name on Squarespace
Registering a Squarespace domain is straightforward and can be done for free with annual plans or purchased separately. Here's how to do it:
Before You Start:
- Most Squarespace plans allow multiple domain registrations
- Annual payment plans include one free domain for the first year
- Domain prices vary by top-level domain (TLD)
- Sales tax may apply depending on your location
How to Register a Domain:
- Find a Domain
- Open the domain dashboard
- Click "Get a Domain"
- Enter your desired domain name
- Review available options marked as:
- Free (if eligible)
- $20 to $350 (for paid domains)
- Unavailable
- Add to Cart
- Click the shopping cart icon next to your chosen domain
- Confirm selection in the Domains dropdown menu
- Click Checkout
- Choose Registration Period
- Select your desired registration length from the dropdown menu
- Options vary by TLD
- Enter Contact Information
- Provide owner details (kept private through WHOIS protection)
- Verify information accuracy
- Click Save and Continue
- Complete Purchase
- Review selected domain(s)
- Read terms of service
- Click Confirm and Purchase
- Verify Email
- Check for verification email within 24 hours
- Click verification link within 15 days to avoid suspension
- Domain typically resolves within 1-72 hours
Important Notes:
- Free domains renew at $20 USD after the first year
- Domains can be renamed within 5 days of registration
- Both www and non-www versions automatically work
- Includes domain hosting but not web hosting
- Can be transferred to another provider after 60 days
Troubleshooting:
- For failed registrations, check billing information and naming requirements
- Authentication link issues can be resolved by trying different browsers
- Contact support if payment confirmation fails
Available ccTLDs include domains for Australia (.au), Canada (.ca), United Kingdom (.co.uk), and many other countries. Check specific requirements for country-code domains before registration.
For domains not available through Squarespace, you can register with a third-party provider and connect it to your site.
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