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Can You Transfer Your Squarespace Domain?

Last updated on October 1, 2022 @ 12:21 am

If you have a Squarespace account and want to move your domain to another registrar, you can do so by first transferring your domain away from Squarespace. You’ll need to unlock your domain in the Domain Manager and get an authorization code from us. Once you have these, contact your new registrar to start the transfer.

Before you begin the transfer process, we recommend reading our Domain Transfer Guide. This guide provides an overview of the process and some important considerations.

If you’re not sure whether you want to move your domain away from Squarespace, we also offer Domain Connect. This allows you to keep your domain registered with us while using it with another service.

To transfer your domain away from Squarespace:

  1. In the Home Menu, click Settings, then click Domains.
  2. Click the domain name you want to transfer.
  3. Under “Transfer Domain”, click “Get Authorization Code”. If this button is grayed out, make sure that “Transfer Lock” is set to “No”. If this option isn’t available, your domain isn’t eligible for transfer.

Note: If you see a message that says “This is not a valid Squarespace site,” make sure that you’re signed in to the site where the domain is registered.

If you’re still seeing this message, contact our support team for help.

  1. Enter the authorization code in the field provided by your new registrar. If you’re not sure where to find this field, contact your new registrar’s support team for help.

Note: The transfer process can take up to seven days. During this time, we’ll send you email updates about the status of your transfer.

PRO TIP: If you are considering transferring your Squarespace domain to another provider, be aware that there are some potential risks involved. First and foremost, if you do not properly prepare for the transfer, your website could experience significant downtime. Additionally, your domain could be lost or suspended if the transfer is not completed correctly. Finally, your search engine rankings could be impacted if you do not take the necessary steps to preserve them.

Can You Transfer Your Squarespace Domain?

Yes, if you have a Squarespace account and want to move your domain to another registrar, you can do so by first transferring your domain away from Squarespace.

Drew Clemente

Drew Clemente

Devops & Sysadmin engineer. I basically build infrastructure online.