How to Transfer an Enom Domain to Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Transfer an Enom Domain to Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide

By Michael Chen

February 12, 2025 at 10:34 AM

To transfer an Enom domain to Squarespace, follow these essential steps:

  1. Pre-Transfer Checklist:
  • Verify domain can be transferred
  • Check pricing and payment details
  • Review transfer requirements
  • Plan for email service transition
  1. Prepare Domain in Enom:
  • Log into your Enom account
  • Navigate to Domains > My Domains

Highlighted Domains navigation menu

Highlighted Domains navigation menu

  1. Update Contact Information:
  • Verify registrant and administrator details
  • Ensure email addresses are accurate
  • Save any changes

Squarespace invoice contact form

Squarespace invoice contact form

  1. Unlock Domain:
  • Go to General Settings
  • Disable Registrar Lock
  • Save changes

Squarespace settings menu

Squarespace settings menu

Registrar lock settings in dashboard

Registrar lock settings in dashboard

  1. Get Authorization Code:
  • Click "Email Auth Info to Registrant"
  • Check registrant email for code

Email Auth Info to Registrant button

Email Auth Info to Registrant button

  1. Initiate Transfer in Squarespace:
  • Open Domains menu
  • Click "Use External Domain"
  • Enter domain name
  • Click "Transfer to Squarespace"
  • Input authorization code
  1. Complete Transfer Process:
  • Review registration details
  • Verify payment information
  • Confirm purchase
  • Wait for Enom approval email
  • Allow up to 15 days for completion

Important Notes:

  • Don't modify DNS settings during transfer
  • Keep existing MX records if using custom email
  • Transfer includes one-year domain registration renewal
  • Monitor transfer status in Domains menu
  • Watch for completion email from Squarespace

After Transfer:

  1. Cancel Enom account if desired
  2. Set up primary domain
  3. Enable SSL
  4. Configure custom email (optional)
  5. Update DNS settings as needed

If transfer fails:

  • Check authorization code accuracy
  • Verify domain is unlocked
  • Contact Enom support if issues persist
  • Consider connecting domain instead of transferring

Maintain access to both Enom and Squarespace accounts until transfer completes successfully.

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