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Does Squarespace Own Your Domain?

Last updated on September 30, 2022 @ 11:37 pm

If you’re thinking about using Squarespace to create a website, you may be wondering about who owns your domain name. After all, your domain is an important part of your website’s identity, and you want to make sure that you have full control over it.

The short answer is that, yes, Squarespace owns your domain name when you use their platform to create your website. However, they do give you the option to transfer the domain to a different registrar if you want to. So if you’re not happy with Squarespace owning your domain, you can always move it elsewhere.

PRO TIP: If you use Squarespace to build your website, be aware that Squarespace owns your domain. This means that if you cancel your Squarespace account, you will lose your domain name. You will also have to pay a transfer fee to move your domain to another registrar.

The slightly longer answer is that, when you use Squarespace to create a website, they will register the domain name on your behalf with their partner registrar eNom. eNom is a well-known and reputable registrar, so you can rest assured that your domain is in good hands. And as we mentioned before, if you ever want to transfer your domain away from Squarespace, they will help you do that.

So in conclusion, while Squarespace does own your domain name when you use their platform, they do give you the option to transfer it elsewhere if you ever want to. So if you’re not comfortable with them owning your domain, don’t worry – you can always move it to another registrar down the line.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

Devops woman in trade, tech explorer and problem navigator.