Managing and billing all your domain settings from one place is easier when you transfer your IONOS domain to Squarespace. Here's how to do it:

Before Starting:

• Review pricing and billing details
• Check domain transfer requirements
• Understand transfer timeline
• Plan for custom email migration

Step-by-Step Transfer Process:

1. Log into IONOS

• Visit IONOS website and sign in
• Navigate to Domains and SSL
• Select your domain

2. Verify Contact Information

• Access Privacy and Contact Data tab
• Check Administrative Contact details
• Update if needed

3. Unlock Domain

• Go to Renewal and Transfer tab
• Disable Domain Transfer Lock

4. Get Authorization Code

• Click "Show Authorization Code" in Change Provider section
• Copy and save the code

5. Start Squarespace Transfer

• Open Squarespace Domains panel
• Click "Use a Custom Domain"
• Enter domain name
• Click "Transfer Domain"
• Input authorization code

6. Confirm Registration Details

• Review WHOIS information
• Update contact details if needed
• Verify email address

7. Complete Payment

• Enter or confirm payment method
• Review charges for one-year registration

8. Review and Confirm Order

• Check payment details
• Verify domain expiration date
• Accept terms and complete purchase

9. Approve Transfer

• Watch for IONOS email
• Click approval link (or wait for auto-approval)

10. Monitor Transfer Status

• Check Domains panel for progress
• Address any error messages
• Unlock domain if needed
• Verify authorization code if rejected

11. Manage DNS Settings (Optional)

• Review existing records
• Remove unnecessary entries
• Add new records as needed
• Preserve email-related MX records

12. Complete Transfer

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

After Transfer:

• Cancel IONOS hosting if desired
• Set primary domain
• Configure www prefix
• Enable SSL
• Set up custom email
• Manage additional domains

If the transfer fails:

• Check registration information
• Contact IONOS support
• Consider connecting domain instead of transferring
• Review FAQs for common issues

Remember: Don't modify DNS settings or add Google Workspace during the transfer process. Wait for completion confirmation before making changes.

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