Extend Your Squarespace Domain Registration
TL;DR:
- Extend your domain registration directly through Squarespace to secure your domain for longer
- Lock in your current registration price when you add more years
- SEPA payment method won't work for adding registration years
- Maximum registration terms depend on your domain's TLD rules
How to Extend Your Domain Registration on Squarespace
If you want to keep your domain for longer without worrying about price changes, extending your registration on Squarespace is simple.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Access Your Domains Dashboard: Log into your Squarespace account and go to the domains dashboard.
- Select the Domain: Find and click on the domain you want to extend.
- Extend Registration: Click on 'Overview', then find and click 'Add years' next to the 'Auto-renew' toggle. The option to add years won't appear if you're already at the maximum registration term for your TLD.
You can also extend your domain for multiple years when you first register it.
Domain Registration with Third Parties
If your domain is registered with another provider, contact them directly to extend your registration.
Restrictions and Limitations
- No Refunds on Extensions: Once you extend your domain registration, you can't reverse this action. Squarespace doesn't offer refunds for extensions.
- Payment Restrictions: If SEPA is your payment method, you'll need to switch to a different payment option to add registration years.
- Transfer Limitations: You can't add years to a domain that's currently being transferred to Squarespace. You'll get the chance once the transfer completes.
- Special Cases: Domains transferred from Google can only have their registration extended for up to two years initially, due to pricing structures.
FAQs
Can I get a refund if I change my mind after extending my domain registration?
No, Squarespace doesn't offer refunds for domain registration extensions.
What's the maximum number of years I can add to my domain registration on Squarespace?
This depends on your domain's TLD. For example, .com domains can be registered for a maximum of 10 years in total.
Why can't I use SEPA to add more years to my domain registration?
SEPA isn't supported for this service. You'll need to choose a different payment method to extend your domain registration.
Jargon Buster
- TLD: Top-Level Domain. The part that comes after the dot in a domain name, like .com or .org.
- ccTLDs: Country Code Top-Level Domains. TLDs specific to a country or region, like .uk or .eu.
- SEPA: Single Euro Payments Area. A payment method that simplifies bank transfers in Euro.
Wrap-up
Extending your domain registration on Squarespace protects your online presence and locks in your current rate against future price increases. Stay within the TLD guidelines and keep your payment details current to avoid service interruptions. If you have domains with third-party registrars, contact them directly for extension options.
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