Google to Squarespace Domain Migration Guide: What You Need to Know

Google to Squarespace Domain Migration Guide: What You Need to Know

By Michael Thompson

January 21, 2025 at 12:50 AM

The Google Domains to Squarespace transition began on September 7, 2023, when Squarespace acquired all domain registrations and customer accounts from Google Domains. All migrations are now complete, with Squarespace serving as the new domain registrar.

Managing Your Domain

For existing Squarespace users:

  • Log in at squarespace.com/login with your usual credentials
  • Your domains appear in your domains panel

For new Squarespace users:

  1. Visit squarespace.com/login
  2. Click "Continue with Google"
  3. Select your Google Domains-associated account
  4. Follow verification steps if needed

Domain Management Features:

  • Billing settings
  • Contact information
  • DNS records
  • Name servers and DNSSEC
  • Whois privacy

Billing Information:

  • Subscriptions renew automatically yearly
  • Existing multi-year registrations maintain original renewal dates
  • Renewal notifications sent 15 days in advance
  • Standard Squarespace rates apply from September 7, 2024

Key Changes and Continuity:

  • No additional subscriptions required
  • Existing registration time preserved
  • Domain remains unlockable for transfers
  • Google services (Analytics, Search Console, Ads) continue working
  • URL redirects and email forwarding migrate automatically

Important Notes:

  • Tax exemptions must be re-requested
  • Domain collaborator permissions transfer as domain administrators
  • Custom DNS settings may need updating
  • Dynamic DNS not supported
  • ACME TLS/SSL certificates not supported

To update settings or get support, access your domain panel through your Squarespace account. For specific technical issues or domain transfers, contact Squarespace support directly.

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