How to Transfer Your Domain to Squarespace: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Transfer Your Domain to Squarespace: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Michael Turner

February 8, 2025 at 05:37 AM

Here's a concise, valuable rewrite focused on transferring a domain to Squarespace:

Before starting a domain transfer to Squarespace, ensure:

  • You're the domain administrator with access to admin email
  • Your domain is unlocked
  • You have the authorization code (EPP code)
  • The domain is 60+ days old
  • The domain is currently active
  • Your domain's TLD is supported by Squarespace

Key Transfer Information:

  • Transfer time: 1-15 days
  • Cost: 1 year of registration + free transfer
  • Includes: Free WHOIS privacy and SSL
  • Existing email services will continue working

Step-by-Step Transfer Process:

  1. Prepare Your Domain
  • Verify admin email address
  • Unlock domain with current provider
  • Get authorization code
  1. Start Transfer
  • Visit domains.squarespace.com
  • Click "Transfer Domain"
  • Enter domain name
  • Sign up or log in
  1. Complete Transfer
  • Confirm domain is unlocked
  • Enter authorization code
  • Review registration details
  • Enter payment information
  • Accept terms
  1. Monitor Transfer
  • Check status in your domain panel
  • Wait for completion (up to 15 days)
  • Verify DNS settings if needed

Troubleshooting Tips:

  • If locked: Re-unlock domain with current provider
  • If auth code rejected: Verify and re-enter code
  • If transfer fails: Cancel and restart process
  • Contact support for persistent issues

After Transfer:

  • Cancel previous provider
  • Set up website or email
  • Update DNS settings if needed
  • Manage domain through Squarespace panel

Domain transfers can't be completed for:

  • Registry premium domains
  • Domains with 9+ years registration
  • Subdomains
  • Domains containing "Squarespace" or "sqsp"

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