Managing Your Domain After Website Cancellation

When canceling your website, it's crucial to properly manage your domain to prevent disruption and maintain control over your online identity.

Squarespace Domains

Domains registered through Squarespace continue after website cancellation:

• Stay active and auto-renew on schedule
• Remain connected to the canceled site until reassigned
• Can be managed independently of website subscription

Your options for Squarespace domains:

1. Keep the domain with Squarespace
2. Move it to another Squarespace site
3. Transfer to a different provider
4. Cancel domain by disabling auto-renewal

Free Expired Domains

When canceling a site with a free expired domain:

• Choose between letting it expire or converting to paid ($20/year)
• Remains linked until moved or reassigned
• Renews free with active annual billing plans

Third-Party Domains

For domains purchased from other providers (GoDaddy, Google, etc.):

• Disconnect from Squarespace before cancellation
• Manage through original registrar
• Can be connected to new platforms as needed

Best Practices:

• Review domain connections before cancellation
• Plan domain management strategy in advance
• Consider future use before letting domains expire
• Maintain ownership of valuable domains even without active websites

Remember that your domain is your digital identity. Carefully consider your options to protect your online presence, even after website cancellation.

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