Before transferring from Dotster to Squarespace, ensure your domain meets transfer requirements and verify pricing details. The process typically takes 5-15 days to complete.

Pre-Transfer Checklist:

• Domain must be at least 60 days old
• Ensure domain is unlocked
• Disable domain privacy
• Verify admin contact information
• Have access to admin email address

Step-by-Step Transfer Process:

1. Log into Dotster

• Access My Domains panel
• Locate target domain and click Manage

2. Verify Contact Information

• Check Administrative contact details
• Update if necessary
• Save changes

3. Prepare Domain

• Unlock domain in Transfer settings
• Disable domain privacy
• Request authorization code via email

4. Initiate Transfer in Squarespace

• Open Domains panel
• Click "Use a custom domain"
• Enter domain name
• Click "Transfer domain"
• Input authorization code

5. Complete Transfer Setup

• Verify registration details
• Enter payment information
• Review order details
• Confirm purchase

Monitor Transfer Status:

• Check progress in Squarespace Domains panel
• Click "Update Status" for current status
• Watch for completion email from [email protected]

Common Issues:

• Locked domain
• Invalid authorization code
• Incorrect contact information
• Expired domain

After Transfer Completion:

• Set as primary domain (optional)
• Enable SSL
• Configure DNS settings
• Add Google Workspace email (optional)
• Cancel Dotster account (optional)

Important Notes:

• Don't modify DNS settings during transfer
• Wait to add email services until transfer completes
• Keep MX records if using custom email
• Transfer includes one year domain renewal

If transfer fails, you'll receive an email from Squarespace. Contact Dotster support for transfer delays exceeding 15 days.

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