Starting a 14-day free trial allows you to experience Squarespace's features while building your new site. Here's how to migrate from GoDaddy effectively:

What Can Be Migrated

• Domains from GoDaddy can be transferred to Squarespace
• Website content must be recreated manually (no direct import available)

Keep Your Old Site Active

• Maintain your GoDaddy site until the new one is complete
• Password-protect your Squarespace site during development
• Switch only when your new site is ready

Building Your New Site

1. Start your free trial (no credit card required)
2. Choose a template or create your own design
3. Add pages and structure your navigation
4. Upload and format your content
5. Customize styling (fonts, colors, layouts)

Tips for Content Migration:

• Remove formatting when copying text to avoid HTML issues
• Optimize images for all screen sizes
• Follow the site launch checklist

Domain Transfer Process

• Transfer GoDaddy domains to Squarespace for centralized management
• Connect domains if they don't meet transfer requirements
• Register new domains through Squarespace (free for annual plans)

Finalizing Your Migration

1. Choose and upgrade to a paid Squarespace plan
2. Publish your new site
3. Transfer or connect your domain
4. Cancel GoDaddy services once everything is working

Important Considerations

• SEO rankings may temporarily fluctuate during migration
• Mobile optimization is automatic
• Custom code can be added if needed
• 24/7 support available
• Professional help through Squarespace Experts marketplace

Remember to maintain your GoDaddy services until your new Squarespace site is fully operational and tested.

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