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

Before Starting:

• Review pricing and billing details
• Check domain transfer requirements
• Understand timing and email migration needs

Step 1: Verify Domain Contact Information

• Login to Network Solutions
• Check primary contact and Whois contact details
• Ensure email addresses are accurate and accessible

Step 2: Unlock Domain and Get Authorization Code

• Go to Domain Names section
• Select domain and click Manage
• Unlock the domain
• Request authentication code
• Check email for authorization code

Step 3: Initiate Transfer in Squarespace

• Access Domains panel
• Click "Use a Domain I Own"
• Enter domain name
• Click Transfer Domain
• Input authorization code

Step 4: Check Registration Details

• Verify contact information
• Update WHOIS records if needed
• Ensure email address is correct
• Fill all required fields

Step 5: Complete Payment

• Enter or verify payment information
• Ensure valid payment method

Step 6: Review and Confirm

• Check transfer details
• Verify one-year registration fee
• Review terms and new expiration date
• Confirm purchase

Step 7: Approve Transfer

• Check email from Network Solutions
• Approve transfer request
• Or wait 5 days for automatic approval

Step 8: Monitor Transfer Status

• Check Domains panel for progress
• Address any error messages
• Verify domain remains unlocked

Step 9: Review DNS Settings

• Check existing DNS records
• Maintain email-related MX records
• Add or remove records as needed

Step 10: Wait for Completion

• Allow up to 15 days for transfer
• Watch for confirmation email
• Avoid DNS changes during transfer

After Transfer:

• Set domain as primary if desired
• Enable SSL encryption
• Add custom email through Google Workspace
• Cancel Network Solutions account if needed

Troubleshooting:

• Check error messages in Domains panel
• Contact Network Solutions support if needed
• Consider domain linking as alternative
• Cancel transfer if necessary

The transfer typically takes 5-15 days to complete. Keep all email addresses accessible during this period and avoid making DNS changes until the transfer is finished.

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