Table of Contents
- Easy Guide to Squarespace Domain Permissions
- Starting with Domain Permissions
- Initial Setup
- What Happens When I Connect My Domain to a Website?
- Understanding Permissions and Roles
- Roles at a Glance
- Adding and Removing Contributors
- Inviting Contributors and Managing Invitations
- Sending Invitations
- Accepting an Invitation
- Transferring and Removing Domain Access
- Change in Ownership
- Removing Access
- FAQs
- Jargon Buster
- Wrap Up
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Manage Squarespace domain permissions by inviting contributors, understanding roles like Domain Owners and Managers, and regularly updating access to ensure security and effective collaboration. Transfers of ownership and removal of access are straightforward processes.
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Easy Guide to Squarespace Domain Permissions
Starting with Domain Permissions
Initial Setup
Once you register your domain on Squarespace, you can start building your team by inviting collaborators. Each team member will need their own Squarespace account. If they're new, they can create one for free straight after getting the invitation.
What Happens When I Connect My Domain to a Website?
If you integrate your domain with a Squarespace website, all the domain-specific permissions you've set up will disappear. The domain will then use the same permissions as the website it's connected to.
Understanding Permissions and Roles
Roles at a Glance
Squarespace domains have different roles: Domain Owners and Domain Managers. Some Domain Managers also get billing access. These roles control what each team member can do, from updating payment details to managing DNS settings.
Adding and Removing Contributors
There's no limit on how many contributors you can add. You can invite new Domain Managers or remove existing ones through your domain's permission settings panel.
Inviting Contributors and Managing Invitations
Sending Invitations
To send an invitation, go to your domain dashboard, select your domain, then click 'Permissions' > 'Invite domain manager.' Enter your contributor's details to send the invite.
Accepting an Invitation
Recipients get an email asking them to log in to their existing Squarespace account or create a new one. Can't find the email? Check the spam folder or send them the invitation link directly.
Transferring and Removing Domain Access
Change in Ownership
If you need to change who owns your domain, you can transfer ownership to any existing Domain Manager. This transfer removes the previous owner and all other domain managers from the domain.
Removing Access
To remove a contributor from your domain, go to your domain dashboard, click 'Permissions,' select the contributor, and choose 'Remove.' If you're removing yourself, you'll need to confirm this action.
Pixelhaze Tip: Review and update domain permissions regularly, especially after team changes or business restructuring. It keeps everything tidy and secure.
FAQs
Can I change the domain owner in Squarespace?
Yes, the domain owner can transfer ownership to any domain manager. This removes access for the previous owner and other managers.
Is there a limit to how many contributors I can add to a domain in Squarespace?
No, there's no limit on contributors.
What can Domain managers with billing access do in Squarespace?
They can do everything a domain owner can do. However, you can't add new Domain managers with billing access or give existing managers this permission.
Jargon Buster
Domain Permissions: Settings that control who can access and manage your Squarespace domain.
Contributors: People you've invited to manage your domain, each with specific roles and access rights.
Domain Owner: The main person in charge of the Squarespace domain with full control rights.
Domain Manager: A role with specific permissions to adjust domain settings and other responsibilities.
Billing Access: Special permission that allows users to handle all billing information for the domain.
Wrap Up
Managing domain permissions in Squarespace keeps your website organised and secure. By understanding the available roles and permissions, you can maintain your site's integrity and keep team collaboration running smoothly. Clear permissions make for better teamwork.