Start by contacting Name.com to back up all your domain data. Then follow these steps to transfer your domain to Squarespace:

1. Sign in to Name.com and access your domain settings

2. Prepare your domain:

• Remove Name.com nameservers (Domain Details > Nameservers > Delete All)
• Unlock the domain
• Verify contact information is current
• Opt out of the 60-day transfer lock

3. Get your authorization code:

• Find "Transfer Auth Code" in Domain Details
• Click "Show Auth Code" and copy it

4. Initiate transfer in Squarespace:

• Go to Domains panel
• Click "Use Your Domain"
• Enter domain name and click "Transfer Domain"
• Input authorization code

5. Complete transfer setup:

• Review/update registration details
• Confirm payment information
• Review order details and terms
• Click "Confirm & Purchase"

6. Monitor and finalize:

• Check transfer status in Domains panel
• Wait for Name.com to approve (5-7 days)
• Verify DNS settings if needed
• Look for confirmation email from Squarespace

Important notes:

• Transfer takes up to 15 days
• Avoid changing DNS or adding services during transfer
• Keep MX records if using custom email
• Contact Name.com support if transfer fails after 15 days

After successful transfer:

• Set as primary domain
• Enable SSL
• Add email services
• Manage all settings through Squarespace

For transfer issues, contact Name.com support or consider connecting your domain instead of transferring it.

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