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Ensure your domain meets these requirements before starting the transfer:

• Domain must be on Squarespace's accepted TLD list
• Must be registered with current provider for 60+ days
• Must be active and unlocked
• Cannot be a premium registry domain, certain ccTLDs, or contain "squarespace"/"sqsp"

Follow these steps to transfer your domain:

1. Unlock your domain at your current provider

2. Get the authorization code (EPP code/transfer key) from your provider

3. In Squarespace's Domains panel:

   • Click "Use my domain"
   • Enter domain name
   • Click "Transfer domain"
   • Enter authorization code

4. Review and update registration details:

   • Verify administrator email
   • Update contact information
   • Save changes

5. Provide payment information:

   • One year of registration will be charged
   • Price varies by TLD
   • Free if meeting certain criteria

6. Confirm the transfer:

   • Review payment details
   • Check new expiration date
   • Accept terms
   • Click "Confirm and purchase"

7. Wait for completion:

   • Transfer takes up to 15 days
   • Check status in Domains panel
   • You'll receive confirmation email
   • DNS propagation may take up to 72 hours

Important considerations:

• Keep MX records if you have custom email
• Don't add Google Workspace during transfer
• Can cancel transfer while pending
• Includes free Whois Privacy and SSL

After completion, you can:

• Cancel previous provider
• Set as primary domain
• Add custom email
• Manage DNS settings
• Register additional domains

For provider-specific guides, check Squarespace's transfer guides for GoDaddy, Bluehost, WordPress, and other major providers.

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