How to Transfer an Enom Domain to Squarespace: Complete Guide

How to Transfer an Enom Domain to Squarespace: Complete Guide

By Michael Turner

February 12, 2025 at 10:34 AM

Transfer your Enom domain to Squarespace by following these essential steps:

Before Starting:

  • Verify domain eligibility and pricing
  • Check transfer requirements
  • Review timing considerations
  • Plan custom email transfer if needed

Prepare Your Domain at Enom:

  1. Log into your Enom account and access "My Domains"

  2. Verify domain contact information:

  • Update registrant and administrator details
  • Ensure email addresses are valid and accessible
  • Save any changes
  1. Unlock the domain:
  • Go to General Settings
  • Disable Registrar Lock
  • Save changes
  1. Get authorization code:
  • Click "Email Auth Info to Registrant"
  • Check registrant email for the code

Start Transfer at Squarespace:

  1. In Squarespace Domains menu:
  • Click "Use External Domain"
  • Enter domain name
  • Select "Transfer to Squarespace"
  • Input authorization code
  1. Complete registration details:
  • Review contact information
  • Update if necessary
  • Save and continue
  1. Payment and confirmation:
  • Verify payment method
  • Review transfer details
  • Confirm purchase

Complete Transfer:

  1. Respond to Enom's confirmation email
  • Approve transfer via email link
  • Auto-approves after 5 days if not clicked
  1. Monitor transfer status:
  • Check Domains menu for progress
  • Update status as needed
  • Address any error messages
  1. Wait for completion:
  • Allow up to 15 days
  • Avoid DNS changes during transfer
  • Watch for confirmation email

Post-Transfer Steps:

  • Set as primary domain (optional)
  • Enable SSL
  • Add custom email if needed
  • Review domain billing

Common Issues:

  • Domain locked: Unlock in Enom
  • Invalid auth code: Verify and re-enter
  • Failed transfer: Check FAQ for solutions

The transfer is complete when you receive confirmation from [email protected] and your domain shows green in the Domains menu.

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