Transfer your Network Solutions domain to Squarespace by following these essential steps to manage all domain settings and billing in one place.

Before Starting:

• Verify your domain is eligible for transfer
• Ensure your domain isn't within 60 days of registration
• Have your payment method ready
• Budget for one additional year of domain registration

Step-by-Step Transfer Process:

1. Prepare Your Network Solutions Account

• Log into Network Solutions
• Verify primary contact and Whois email addresses
• Ensure both contacts are accessible and correct
• Update information if needed through My Profile and Security

2. Unlock Domain and Get Authorization Code

• Navigate to Domains section
• Click "Manage" for your domain
• Select "Transfer or move domain"
• Set domain status to "Unlocked"
• Request authorization code
• Check email for the code

3. Initiate Transfer in Squarespace

• Open Domains panel
• Click "I already have a domain"
• Enter your domain name
• Click "Transfer Domain"
• Input the authorization code

4. Complete Transfer Details

• Verify registration information
• Confirm contact details
• Enter payment information
• Review order summary
• Accept terms and conditions

5. Approve Transfer

• Check email from Network Solutions
• Approve transfer request
• Wait for automatic approval (5 days) if not manually approved

Important Notes:

• Transfer process takes 5-15 days
• Don't modify DNS settings during transfer
• Keep existing mail exchanger records if you have custom email
• Squarespace will add one year to your domain registration

Post-Transfer Steps:

1. Set as primary domain (if desired)
2. Enable SSL
3. Add custom email if needed
4. Configure DNS settings

Troubleshooting:

• If transfer fails, check registration information
• Ensure domain is unlocked
• Verify authorization code accuracy
• Contact Network Solutions support if issues persist

After successful transfer, you'll receive a confirmation email from [email protected], and your domain will show a green label in the Domains panel.

Remember to cancel your Network Solutions account once the transfer is complete if you no longer need their services.

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