What Happens to Your Squarespace Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Cost
$16-$49/mo
Contact
squarespace.com/help
Domain
May include domain
Step-by-Step Guide
Assess whether the website needs to stay live
If the website is for a business, it may need to remain active during estate settlement. Consider transferring ownership.
Cancel if not needed
Cancel at squarespace.com/account. Check if Squarespace also manages the domain name — transfer it elsewhere before cancelling.
Document Now Checklist
- Squarespace account email
- Website URL
- Whether domain is through Squarespace
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Start your vault — free for 30 daysLast verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Squarespace. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Related Guides
Domain Names (GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare)
Domains expire on a specific date. If not renewed, they become publicly available and can be registered by anyone.
Shopify
If you have an active Shopify store, orders may continue coming in. Your executor needs access immediately to fulfill or refund.
GitHub
Transfer important private repositories to a trusted collaborator or organisation. Go to Repo Settings → Transfer.
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