To transfer a Network Solutions domain to Squarespace, follow these essential steps:

Before Starting:

• Verify domain eligibility for transfer
• Check pricing and billing details
• Review transfer requirements
• Understand the transfer timeline

Step 1: Verify Domain Information

1. Log in to Network Solutions
2. Check your user profile email
3. Verify Whois contact information
4. Ensure both email addresses are accessible

Step 2: Unlock Domain and Get Authorization Code

1. Navigate to Domain Names section
2. Select domain and click Manage
3. Click Transfer or Move Domain
4. Unlock the domain
5. Request Authentication Code
6. Accept transfer terms

Step 3: Initiate Squarespace Transfer

1. Open Domain Names panel
2. Click "I Already Have a Domain"
3. Enter domain name
4. Click Transfer Domain
5. Enter authorization code

Step 4: Update Registration Information

• Verify contact details
• Confirm email address
• Complete all required fields

Step 5: Complete Payment

• Verify payment method
• Review transfer fee
• Confirm one-year registration extension

Step 6: Network Solutions Approval

• Check email from Network Solutions
• Approve transfer request
• Wait for automatic approval after 5 days if no action taken

Step 7: Monitor Transfer Status

• Check Domain Names panel regularly
• Refresh status as needed
• Address any error messages promptly

Important Notes:

• Transfer typically takes 5-15 days
• Don't modify DNS settings during transfer
• Wait to add Google Workspace email
• Keep original domain active during transfer

Post-Transfer Tasks:

1. Set as primary domain (if desired)
2. Enable SSL
3. Configure email settings
4. Update DNS records if needed
5. Cancel Network Solutions service

If transfer fails:

• Check registration information
• Verify authorization code
• Contact Network Solutions support
• Consider connecting domain instead of transferring

Remember to maintain access to both Network Solutions and domain contact email addresses throughout the transfer process.

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