How to Transfer Your FastDomain Domain to Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Transfer Your FastDomain Domain to Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide

By Michael Thompson

February 15, 2025 at 02:03 PM

To transfer a FastDomain domain to Squarespace, follow these steps to manage your domain settings and billing in one place.

Before Starting:

  • Review pricing and billing details
  • Check domain transfer requirements
  • Understand transfer timeline
  • Plan for custom email migration

Step 1: Access FastDomain

  • Log in to FastDomain account
  • Navigate to Domain section
  • Select the domain to transfer

Step 2: Verify Contact Information

  • Click Contacts tab > Admin
  • Review and update contact details
  • Save changes

Step 3: Unlock Domain

  • Go to Lock tab
  • Click "Unlock your domain"

Step 4: Get EPP Code

  • Select Transfer EPP tab
  • Copy and save the authorization code

Step 5: Start Squarespace Transfer

  • Open Domains panel in Squarespace
  • Click "Use a domain you own"
  • Enter domain name
  • Click "Transfer domain"
  • Enter EPP code
  • Select "Save and continue"

Step 6: Confirm Registration Details

  • Review WHOIS information
  • Verify email address
  • Update information if needed
  • Click "Save and continue"

Step 7: Payment Setup

  • Review or enter payment information
  • Confirm payment method
  • Click "Save and continue"

Step 8: Order Review

  • Check transfer details
  • Verify one-year registration fee
  • Review terms and expiration date
  • Click "Confirm and purchase"

Step 9: FastDomain Approval

  • Return to FastDomain
  • Go to Transfer EPP tab
  • Click "Approve"

Step 10: Monitor Transfer Status

  • Check Domains panel for progress
  • Click "Refresh status" for updates
  • Address any error messages

Optional DNS Settings Review:

  • Access DNS Settings panel
  • Review existing records
  • Maintain MX records for email
  • Add or remove records as needed

Final Steps:

  • Wait for transfer completion (up to 15 days)
  • Look for confirmation email from Squarespace
  • Don't modify DNS or add Google Workspace during transfer

After Transfer Completion:

  • Set as primary domain
  • Enable SSL
  • Add custom email (if needed)
  • Cancel FastDomain account (optional)

Note: If transfer fails, contact FastDomain support or consider connecting the domain instead of transferring it.

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