A domain transfer to Squarespace can be completed before building your website, with the domain pointing to a placeholder page until you're ready to create your site.

Before Starting the Transfer

• Ensure you're the domain administrator with access to the admin email
• Avoid changing domain contact information (causes 60-day transfer lock)
• Remove DNSSEC records if present
• Check specific requirements for country-code domains (ccTLDs)

Transfer Timeline and Costs

• Duration: 1-15 days depending on current provider
• Pricing varies by TLD (top-level domain)
• Includes:
  • One year of domain registration
  • Free WHOIS privacy
  • SSL certificate
  • No additional transfer fees
• Remaining registration time adds to the new year

Transfer Requirements

• Domain must be on Squarespace's supported TLD list
• 60-day minimum registration with current provider
• Domain must be active

Non-Transferable Domains

• Registry premium domains
• Domains with 9+ years remaining registration
• Sub-domains
• Domains containing "squarespace" or "sqsp"

Email Service

MX records transfer automatically with your domain, maintaining email service continuity. Ensure proper backup of email settings before transfer.

Alternative Option

If your domain doesn't meet transfer requirements, you can connect it to Squarespace instead of transferring it.

Note: For active websites, use the Domains menu in your Squarespace dashboard to manage transfers.

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