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To manage .uk, .co.uk, and .org.uk domains on Squarespace, ensure to provide a valid phone number, follow email verification steps, and understand the unique transfer process without an authorization code. UK domains only support Owner and Admin contacts, and renewal windows vary by registrar. Transfers are free if the domain has over seven days left but won't extend the registration period.
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Managing .uk, .co.uk, and .org.uk Domains in Squarespace
If you're setting up a business or professional presence in the UK, having a .uk, .co.uk, or .org.uk domain makes perfect sense. Squarespace handles these UK domains well, but there are some specific quirks you need to know about that differ from standard .com domains.
The governing body for UK domains is Nominet, and they have their own rules that affect how these domains work on Squarespace. Here's what you need to know.
Registering Your UK Domain
Phone number requirements
You'll need to provide a valid phone number with your country code and no dashes. So if you're in the UK, format it like +447123456789, not +44-7123-456-789.
Privacy protection
Good news here. Whois privacy (which hides your personal details from public searches) is enabled by default under GDPR rules. You don't need to worry about this one.
Email verification
After registration, Nominet will send you a verification email. Check your inbox and follow their instructions to confirm your domain ownership.
Domain costs
You can check current pricing using Squarespace's domain search tool on their website. Prices vary, so it's worth checking before you commit.
Transferring UK Domains to Squarespace
No authorization code needed
Unlike .com domains, you don't need an EPP code or authorization code. Instead, your current registrar needs to update something called an IPS tag, which tells the system that Squarespace is now handling your domain.
Free transfers (with a catch)
The transfer itself is free if your domain has more than seven days left on its current registration. However, unlike other domain types, transferring a UK domain doesn't automatically add an extra year to your registration. Your expiry date stays the same.
Before you transfer
Make sure your domain is unlocked at your current registrar and that all DNS records are properly configured. This prevents any downtime during the switch.
Contact Information Setup
UK domains only use two types of contacts in Squarespace:
- Owner contact
- Admin contact
You won't see options for Tech or Billing contacts because UK domains don't use them.
Depending on your business type, you might need to provide either a trading name or an organisation ID number during setup.
What Happens If Your Domain Expires
UK domains have specific renewal windows that depend on which registrar originally handled them (like Tucows or Key-Systems). If your domain expires, you'll have a limited time to renew or reclaim it, so keep an eye on those expiry dates.
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Can I transfer my UK domain to Squarespace for free?
Yes, if it has more than seven days left on its registration. But remember, you won't get an extra year added like you would with other domain types.
What contact types can I set up?
Just Owner and Admin contacts. Tech and Billing contacts aren't supported for UK domains.
Quick Definitions
ccTLD - Country Code Top-Level Domain. A domain extension reserved for a specific country.
Whois - A system for looking up who owns a domain name and their contact details.
IPS Tag - A UK-specific identifier that links your domain to a particular hosting provider or registrar.
UK domains work well on Squarespace once you understand these differences. The main things to remember are the different transfer process (no auth code, but no extra year either) and the simplified contact structure. If you run into any issues, Squarespace support can help you sort them out.