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Guide on using custom domains with Squarespace: register directly for ease, transfer or connect existing domains, enjoy free SSL and privacy protection, and choose from over 200 TLDs for a professional web presence.
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Squarespace Domains: Complete Setup Guide
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Everything you need to know about buying, transferring, and connecting domains in Squarespace.
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Squarespace, domains, web hosting, SSL certificates, TLDs
TL;DR: Key Points
- Replace the built-in Squarespace URL with a custom domain for professionalism
- Register domains directly via Squarespace for ease and built-in security features
- Transfer or connect existing domains from third-party providers to Squarespace
- Choose from comprehensive TLD and ccTLD options for global and local web presence
- All Squarespace-managed domains come with free SSL certificates and Whois privacy protection
- Use Google Workspace to create custom email addresses linked to your domain
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Why Use a Custom Domain on Squarespace?
A custom domain makes your website look professional and helps visitors remember your web address. Instead of "yourdomain.squarespace.com", you get something clean like "yourdomain.com". It's one of the first things that signals you're serious about your business.
Register Your Domain through Squarespace
Buying your domain directly from Squarespace is the easiest route. Everything connects automatically and you get security features included at no extra cost:
- Free subdomains to organise different sections of your business
- Automatic SSL certificates for secure connections
- Whois privacy protection to keep your personal details private
Using Existing Domains
Already own a domain from GoDaddy, Namecheap, or another provider? You have two options:
1. Domain Transfer
Move your domain to Squarespace completely. This gives you one place to manage everything and guarantees you get all the security features like SSL certificates and monitoring.
2. Domain Connection
Keep your domain where it is but point it to your Squarespace site. This works well if you can't transfer or prefer to keep your domain with your current registrar.
Important: If you connect rather than transfer, check whether your current provider offers Whois privacy protection. Not all do, which means your personal details might be visible in domain lookups.
TLDs and Country Domains
Squarespace offers over 200 domain extensions. Beyond the standard .com and .co.uk, you can get industry-specific ones like .photography or .restaurant.
For local businesses, country-specific domains work well. A .co.uk domain signals you're UK-based, whilst .ca shows you're Canadian. These help with local search results and customer trust.
FAQs
Can I move my domain from another provider to Squarespace?
Yes, most domains can be transferred to Squarespace. You'll manage everything in one place and get automatic security features.
What happens when I register a domain through Squarespace?
Your domain connects automatically to your site. You get SSL certificates, Whois privacy, and can create subdomains. Setup takes minutes rather than hours.
Do transferred domains get the same security features?
Yes, transferred domains automatically get SSL certificates and Whois privacy protection.
Jargon Buster
TLD (Top-Level Domain): The ending part of a web address like .com, .org, or .co.uk
ccTLD (Country Code Top-Level Domain): Domain endings tied to specific countries (.uk for United Kingdom, .de for Germany)
SSL Certificate: Security technology that encrypts information between your website and visitors' browsers
Whois Privacy Protection: Hides your personal contact details from public domain databases
Google Workspace: Google's business email and productivity tools that work with your custom domain
Wrap-up
Getting your domain sorted properly makes everything else easier. Whether you buy new through Squarespace or bring an existing domain across, the platform handles the technical bits whilst you focus on building your site. The security features alone make it worth considering, and having everything in one dashboard saves time when you need to make changes.