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Google Domains accounts are now managed through Squarespace, with existing domain settings and pricing remaining until renewal. Users can access their accounts via Google login, and most forwarding settings have transferred automatically. No additional purchases from Squarespace are necessary to maintain domain functionality.
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Google Domains to Squarespace: What You Need to Know
Quick Summary
- Your Google Domains account now lives in Squarespace
- Domain and email forwarding should still work (but check your settings)
- Your current pricing stays the same until renewal, then switches to Squarespace rates
- You don't need to buy anything else from Squarespace to keep your domain
Getting Into Your Account
If you already have Squarespace: Log in normally. Your domains will appear in your dashboard.
New to Squarespace: You've been given an account automatically. Go to the Squarespace login page, click "Continue with Google", and use your Google Domains email address. If that doesn't work, ask for a verification email.
Your Domain Settings
Your Squarespace domains dashboard is where everything happens now. You can update:
- Billing details
- Contact information
- DNS records
- Nameserver settings
- Privacy protection
It works much the same as Google Domains did, just with Squarespace branding.
What About Pricing?
Your domain keeps its current renewal date and price until it's time to renew. After that, you'll pay Squarespace's standard rates (which changed on 7 September 2024).
Auto-renewal is switched on by default, but you can turn it off if you prefer to renew manually.
Domain and Email Forwarding
Most forwarding settings transferred over automatically. But if you were using custom nameservers, you might need to add some DNS records to keep everything working.
Check your domains dashboard for any alerts or action items. If forwarding isn't working:
- Go to your domains dashboard and select the affected domain
- Click on 'Website' or 'Email' settings
- Add the DNS records Squarespace suggests
- Wait 24-72 hours for the changes to take effect
Pixelhaze Tip
DNS changes take time to spread across the internet. After making updates, wait at least 72 hours before making more changes. This prevents conflicts and gives everything time to settle properly.
Common Questions
Will my domain cost more now?From September 2024, renewed domains use Squarespace's pricing. Check your dashboard for current rates.
Do I have to buy a Squarespace website?No. Your domain works independently. You're not required to purchase any other Squarespace services.
Will my email forwarding still work?It should, especially if you're using Google's nameservers or a third-party DNS service. Check your dashboard to confirm everything transferred properly.
Quick Definitions
DNS Records: Instructions that tell the internet where your domain points and how to handle email forwarding.
Nameservers: Think of these as internet phone books that direct visitors to your domain's location.
Domain Lock: A security feature that prevents unauthorised domain transfers.
Dynamic DNS: Automatically updates your domain's address if your server's IP address changes.
What's Next?
The migration should be fairly straightforward. Your domains work the same way, just through a different company. If you spot any issues with forwarding or settings, check your Squarespace dashboard first. Most problems can be sorted with a quick DNS update.
The main thing that's changed is who you're paying and where you manage everything. The actual functionality of your domain remains the same.