Moving from GoDaddy to Squarespace involves three main steps: rebuilding your site, transferring your domain, and canceling your GoDaddy service. Here's how to do it seamlessly:

What You Can Transfer

• Domains: Transfer your GoDaddy domains to Squarespace
• Website Content: Must be manually recreated (direct import not available)

Keep Your GoDaddy Site Active

Maintain your GoDaddy site until your Squarespace site is complete to:

• Ensure continuous online presence
• Reference content during transition
• Avoid service interruption

Step 1: Build Your New Site

Start with a free 14-day trial:

• Choose a template or create custom design
• Add and organize pages
• Upload your content
• Customize site style (fonts, colors, layout)

Content Migration Tips:

• Remove text formatting when copying content
• Optimize images for responsive design
• Use site password protection during development

Step 2: Handle Domain Transfer

Options available:

• Transfer your GoDaddy domain to Squarespace (recommended)
• Connect existing domain (if transfer not possible)
• Register new domain through Squarespace

Step 3: Launch Your Site

Complete these tasks:

• Choose and activate a paid Squarespace plan
• Verify all content is properly migrated
• Test website functionality
• Remove site password
• Connect or transfer domain
• Make site public

Step 4: Cancel GoDaddy Service

After confirming your new site is fully functional:

• Verify domain transfer completion
• Cancel GoDaddy website service
• Maintain domain registration if only connected (not transferred)

Important SEO Considerations

• Expect temporary ranking fluctuations
• Implement proper redirects
• Maintain existing URLs when possible
• Update XML sitemaps
• Monitor search console for issues

Key Features Available

• Mobile-responsive designs
• SEO tools
• Multiple contributor access
• Custom code injection (CSS/HTML)
• E-commerce capabilities
• Scheduling and booking tools
• Member-only content options

This transition process typically takes 2-4 weeks, depending on site complexity and domain transfer timing. For professional assistance, consider hiring a Squarespace Expert through their Marketplace.

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