To transfer an Enom domain to Squarespace, ensure you meet all prerequisites and follow these steps to manage your domain in one place:

Before Starting:

• Review pricing and payment information
• Check transfer requirements
• Consider timing implications
• Plan for custom email transfer

Step-by-Step Transfer Process:

1. Sign in to Enom

• Navigate to Domains > My Domains in the top menu

2. Verify Contact Information

• Update registrant and administrative contact details
• Ensure email addresses are valid and accessible

3. Unlock the Domain

• Go to Manage Domain > General Settings
• Disable Registrar Lock and save changes

4. Get Authorization Code

• Click "Email Auth Info to Registrant"
• Check registrant email for the code

5. Initiate Transfer on Squarespace

• Go to Domains menu
• Click Use External Domain
• Enter domain name
• Click Transfer to Squarespace
• Input authorization code

6. Complete Registration Details

• Verify contact information
• Update WHOIS entries if needed

7. Provide Payment Information

• Enter or verify payment method
• Review transfer fees

8. Review and Confirm Order

• Check transfer details
• Verify one-year registration fee
• Accept terms and complete purchase

9. Approve Transfer at Enom

• Click approval link in Enom email
• Automatic approval occurs after 5 days if not manually approved

10. Monitor Transfer Status

• Check progress in Domains menu
• Update status as needed
• Resolve any error messages

11. Review DNS Settings (Optional)

• Verify DNS records
• Maintain existing MX records if using custom email

12. Wait for Completion

• Allow up to 15 days for transfer
• Avoid DNS changes during transfer
• Watch for confirmation email

Post-Transfer Actions:

• Cancel Enom account if desired
• Set primary domain
• Configure SSL
• Add custom email
• Manage additional domains

For failed transfers, contact Enom support or consider keeping the domain connected to Squarespace without transferring.

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