Moving your domain from Turbify to Squarespace requires several key steps to ensure a smooth transfer. Here's how to do it:

Before Starting:

• Check pricing and payment details
• Review domain transfer requirements
• Verify timing and custom email transfer steps

Step 1: Access Turbify Account

• Log into your Turbify account
• Navigate to Domains section
• Select Domain under Control Panels

Step 2: Unlock Your Domain

• Find Domain Summary section
• Ensure Locking Status is "Unlocked"
• Toggle off lock if needed and save changes

Step 3: Verify Contact Information

• Open Contact Information tab
• Confirm Registration and Administrative contact details
• Use same email address for both contacts
• Save any updates

Step 4: Get Authorization Code

• Go to Settings tab
• Find Authorization Code under Domain Summary
• Click View and follow prompts
• Copy and save the code securely

Step 5: Initiate Squarespace Transfer

• Open Domains menu in Squarespace
• Click Use External Domain
• Enter domain name
• Select Transfer Domain
• Input authorization code

Step 6: Complete Registration Details

• Review auto-populated WHOIS information
• Update contact details if needed
• Verify email address is correct
• Save changes

Step 7: Handle Payment

• Confirm payment method
• Enter new card details if site is in trial
• Review accepted payment methods

Step 8: Confirm Transfer

• Review order details
• Check additional year registration fee
• Verify terms and expiration date
• Complete purchase

Step 9: Approve Transfer

• Watch for Turbify approval email
• Click approval link (auto-approves after 5 days)

Step 10: Monitor Transfer Status

• Check Domains menu for progress
• Update status as needed
• Address any error messages

Final Steps:

• Wait for transfer completion (up to 15 days)
• Don't modify DNS settings during transfer
• Watch for confirmation email
• Update additional settings post-transfer

If Transfer Fails:

• Check registration information
• Verify authorization code
• Contact Turbify support if needed
• Consider connecting domain instead of transferring

Post-Transfer Tasks:

• Cancel Turbify account if desired
• Set primary domain
• Enable SSL
• Add custom email if needed
• Review domain billing

Remember to maintain access to your email during the transfer process and avoid making DNS changes until completion.

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