Squarespace Domains - Essential Information

Domains and Registration

You can register domains through Squarespace with any trial or paid plan. Annual subscribers get one free domain for the first year. Domain transfers to Squarespace typically take 1-15 days.

Pricing

• Free domain with annual plans (first year)
• Standard TLDs (.com, .org): $20/year
• Specialty TLDs (.photography, .media): $30-50/year
• Over 200 TLDs available, including country-specific options

Features

• Free domain privacy protection
• Automatic renewal by default
• 5-day grace period for domain changes
• Domain management through Squarespace dashboard
• Google Workspace email integration available

Domain Management

You can:

• Register multiple domains
• Transfer domains between Squarespace sites
• Point domains to external websites
• Remove "www" from domains
• Update domain ownership
• Manage DNS settings

Billing and Renewals

• Automatic renewal is default
• 15-day notice before renewal
• 30-day grace period after expiration
• Payment updates affect grouped domains
• Refunds available within 5 days of registration

Domain Status Changes

• Free domains renew at $20/year after first year
• Domains remain manageable with expired websites
• Options available when canceling website:
  • Let domain expire
  • Continue renewal
  • Transfer to another provider

Troubleshooting

• Verify domain ownership within 15 days
• Check domain activity status
• Review DNS settings
• Allow up to 72 hours for DNS changes

Premium and Unavailable Domains

• Some domains may be unavailable due to:
  • Existing registration
  • Premium status
  • Character limitations
• Contact options available for registered domain inquiries

All domains include standard DNS management tools and ongoing technical support through Squarespace.

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