Squarespace domains automatically renew to ensure your website remains operational. The renewal process begins 30 days before expiration, with charges processed 15 days prior to the renewal date.

Key Points About Domain Renewals:

• Auto-renewal is enabled by default
• Payment is processed 15 days before expiration
• Email notifications are sent 30 days before renewal
• Billing is separate from other Squarespace services
• Third-party domains are managed by their respective providers

Domain Expiration Process:

1. Failed Payment:

• Domain remains active for 15 days after failed payment
• Three payment attempts are made (every 5 days)
• After 15 days, domain disconnects from site
• 30-day grace period begins for reactivation

2. Auto-Renewal Disabled:

• 30-day notice before expiration
• 5-day notice before expiration
• Final notice on expiration date
• 30-day grace period for reactivation

Payment Management:

• Update billing information through domain dashboard
• Grouped domains share billing information
• Resold domains require payment updates through original provider

Free Domain Information:

• Included with annual website plans
• First year free for domains registered after March 5, 2015
• Renews at standard rate after first year
• Legacy free domains (pre-March 5, 2015) remain free with active annual plan

Domain Status Timeline:

1. Purchase Date: Domain activated
2. Day 15: Owner verification required
3. Day 60: Domain eligible for transfer
4. Day 345: Renewal notice sent
5. Day 360: Payment processed
6. Day 375: Expiration (if payment fails)
7. Day 405: Grace period ends

To maintain domain connectivity:

• Keep payment information current
• Monitor email notifications
• Enable auto-renewal
• Renew before grace period expires

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