Domain registration with Squarespace is a simple process that begins before building your website. When you purchase a domain, it's automatically linked to a parking page - a minimal, ad-free placeholder until you're ready to build your site.

Key Features of Squarespace Domains:

• Private by default (personal information hidden in WHOIS records)
• Can be renamed within 5 days of registration
• Prices vary by TLD (.com and .org are $20/year)
• Auto-renewal enabled by default

How to Purchase a Domain:

1. Visit domains.squarespace.com
2. Search for your desired domain name
3. Add domain(s) to cart
4. Review and complete registration

Domain Authentication:

• Verify via email within 24 hours of purchase
• Must authenticate within 15 days to avoid suspension
• Domain typically resolves within 1 hour (up to 72 hours maximum)

Managing Multiple Domains:

• All domains redirect to one parking page
• Shared billing information and contributor permissions
• Can be ungrouped for individual management

Important Features:

• Invite contributors to help manage domains
• Parking pages cannot be customized
• Compatible with Google Workspace for email
• Free domain offer available with annual plans

Troubleshooting:

• For "Please Confirm Your Purchase" errors, confirm within 2 hours
• For "Registration Failed" errors, check payment info and retry
• Support available 24/7

Renewal and Cancellation:

• 15-day notice before auto-renewal
• 15-day grace period for failed payments
• 40-day additional grace period to reactivate
• Refunds available within 5 days of registration

Remember that while parking pages are minimal, they provide a professional placeholder until you're ready to build your full website. When you decide to create your site, you can easily connect your parked domain to your new Squarespace website.

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