Domain transfers involve moving your domain name registration from one provider to Squarespace. Here are the essential things you need to know:

Transfer Requirements:

• Domain must have a TLD compatible with Squarespace
• Domain must be unlocked
• 60 days must have passed since registration or last transfer
• DNSSEC records must be removed before transfer

Timing and Cost:

• Transfer time varies from 1 to 15 days
• Transfer is free, but requires one-year renewal payment
• Renewal fee depends on your domain's TLD

Important Considerations:

• Website content does not transfer with the domain
• Email service may experience temporary downtime
• SSL certificates will be issued after transfer completion
• Temporary site downtime may occur during transfer
• Expired domains can transfer within 30-day grace period

After Transfer:

• You remain the domain owner
• Domain management moves to Squarespace
• Registration period can be extended after transfer completion
• Previous provider account can be cancelled
• Browser cache may need clearing to see new site

Email Handling:

• MX records can transfer to maintain existing email service
• Email accounts stay with original provider
• Option to migrate to Google Workspace through Squarespace
• Backup important emails before transfer

Subdomains:

• Cannot transfer independently
• Must transfer main domain first
• Can create new subdomains after main domain transfer
• No additional cost for subdomain creation

If transfer fails, Squarespace will notify you via email and show the transfer as canceled in the domain control panel.

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