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How Long Does It Take to Transfer Domain From Wix to Squarespace?

Last updated on January 6, 2023 @ 5:56 pm

When you’re ready to take your Wix website to the next level, you might want to consider transferring your domain to Squarespace. This process is usually pretty straightforward, but there are a few things you’ll need to keep in mind. In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know about transferring your domain from Wix to Squarespace.

First, let’s talk about the basics of domains and how they work. A domain is essentially your website’s address on the internet.

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When you create a website with Wix, you get a free subdomain that looks something like this: yourname.wixsite.com. While this is great for getting started, it doesn’t exactly scream “professional.”

If you want to use your own domain (like www.yourname.com), you have two options: buy a new one from a domain registrar like GoDaddy or transfer an existing one to Wix. If you already have a domain that you bought elsewhere, we recommend transferring it to Wix for a few reasons:

1. It’s easier to manage everything in one place
2. You’ll get free email forwarding
3. Your site will look more professional with a custom domain
4. You can use certain features that are only available with a custom domain (like connecting Google Analytics)

Now that we’ve gone over the basics, let’s talk about how to actually transfer your domain from Wix to Squarespace. The first thing you’ll need to do is log into your Wix account and go to the Domains tab. From there, click on theTransfer Domain button and enter your domain name in the popup window.

Next, you’ll be taken to a page where you can enter your Squarespace account information. Once you’ve entered all of the required information, click on theTransfer Domain button again and wait for the process to complete. Depending on your registrar, this can take up to 72 hours.

Once the transfer is complete, you’ll be able to manage your domain in your Squarespace account just like any other site element. And that’s it! You’ve successfully transferred your domain from Wix to Squarespace!

PRO TIP: If you are considering transferring your domain from Wix to Squarespace, be aware that doing so may take some time and may require some technical expertise. Additionally, be sure to backup your website and data before beginning the transfer process, as there is always a risk of data loss during transfers.
Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

Cloud infrastructure engineer and tech mess solver.