How to Register & Manage Squarespace Domain Names: Complete Guide
Squarespace domains offer a simple way to secure your online presence before building a website. Your domain connects to a minimalist, ad-free parking page until you're ready to create your site.
Key Features:
- Private by default - your information won't appear in Whois directory
- Domain name changes available after 5 days
- Automatic renewal with configurable terms
- Professional parking page with clean design
- No ads or unrelated content
Pricing:
- Common TLDs (.com, .org): $20/year
- Specialty TLDs (.photography, .media): $30-50/year
- Search available domains at domains.squarespace.com
How to Purchase:
- Visit domains.squarespace.com
- Search for your desired domain
- Add domain(s) to cart
- Complete verification and payment
- Verify domain through email within 15 days
Domain Management:
- Invite collaborators for team management
- Register multiple domains that redirect to one parking page
- Set primary domain and manage redirects
- Separate billing and permissions available upon request
Renewal and Cancellation:
- Automatic renewal by default
- 15-day notice before renewal
- 40-day grace period after failed payment
- Cancellation available within 5 days of registration
- Full refund eligible during cancellation period
Additional Features:
- Compatible with Google Workspace for custom email
- Transferable to full Squarespace website
- 24/7 customer support
- Domain grouping options
- DNS management tools
To build your website later, simply create a trial site and connect your parked domain. Annual plan subscribers within one year of domain registration may qualify for free domain offers.
For troubleshooting registration issues or errors, verify payment information and ensure domain meets naming requirements. Contact Squarespace support for assistance with specific concerns.
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