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.mx and .com.mx domains are suitable for Mexican businesses on Squarespace, but lack privacy protection and have specific renewal rules. Registration and transfer processes are straightforward, but registration costs are not covered by free domain offers.
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Using .mx and .com.mx Domains with Squarespace
If you're setting up a website for a Mexican business or want to target Mexican customers, a .mx or .com.mx domain makes perfect sense. These country-specific domains work well with Squarespace, but they come with some quirks you need to know about.
What Makes .mx Domains Different
.mx and .com.mx are country code domains for Mexico. They follow different rules than regular .com domains, which affects how you can use them on Squarespace.
The biggest differences you'll notice:
- No privacy protection available
- Not included in Squarespace's free domain offer
- Different renewal rules depending on the registrar
Registering Your .mx Domain
You can register .mx and .com.mx domains directly through Squarespace. Use the domain search in your dashboard or start from the main domain search page.
The process works the same as any other domain registration. Squarespace walks you through each step, so you won't get stuck.
Good to know: You get five days after registration to cancel for a full refund if you change your mind.
Transferring an Existing .mx Domain
Already own a .mx or .com.mx domain? You can transfer it to Squarespace without losing any registration time. When you transfer, Squarespace adds one year to your existing registration period.
The transfer process is straightforward through your domains dashboard. Just make sure your domain is unlocked at your current registrar first.
Renewal Rules (This Bit's Important)
Here's where things get a bit technical. How your domain renews depends on which registrar Squarespace uses for your specific domain:
Tucows domains: Must renew at least one day before expiration. Miss this deadline and you'll enter a 30-day redemption period where renewal costs extra.
Key-Systems domains: You get about 30 days after expiration to renew through your Squarespace dashboard at the normal price.
You can check which registrar handles your domain in your Squarespace domains dashboard.
What You Can't Get
Two things that work with most Squarespace domains won't work with .mx domains:
Privacy protection: Your contact details will be visible in the public Whois database. There's no way around this for .mx domains.
Free domain offer: If you're on an annual plan, you can't use the free domain credit for .mx or .com.mx domains. You'll need to pay the registration fee.
Setting Up Your Domain
Once you've registered or transferred your .mx domain, connecting it to your Squarespace site works exactly the same as any other domain. Point it to your site through the domains dashboard, and you're sorted.
The DNS changes can take up to 24 hours to fully propagate, so don't panic if your site doesn't appear immediately.
Quick Answers
Can I use a .mx domain with any Squarespace plan?
Yes, but you'll need to pay for the domain registration separately since it's not covered by the free domain offer.
What happens if I forget to renew?
You'll have a grace period to renew (usually 30 days), but the exact rules depend on your registrar. Check your domains dashboard for specific dates.
Can I hide my contact information?
No, privacy protection isn't available for .mx domains. Your registration details will be publicly visible.
Key Terms
Country Code Domain (ccTLD): A domain extension specific to a country or territory, like .mx for Mexico or .uk for the United Kingdom.
Redemption Period: The window after a domain expires when you can still renew it, usually for an extra fee.
Whois Database: A public directory showing who owns domain names and their contact information.
Bottom Line
.mx and .com.mx domains work well with Squarespace, but they're not quite plug-and-play like .com domains. The main things to remember are the lack of privacy protection and the specific renewal rules.
If you're targeting Mexican customers or running a Mexican business, these domains are worth the extra considerations. Just factor in the registration cost since you can't use your free domain credit for them.