Nameservers and DNS records form two distinct methods to connect your third-party domain to Squarespace. Here's what you need to know about each option:

Nameserver Connect

Best for domains from GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Network Solutions when you don't have:

• Custom DNS records
• Multiple subdomains
• DNSSEC enabled
• Complex domain configurations
• Security or traffic services (like Cloudflare or AWS)

Setup process: Follow the guided process to add two nameserver records to your domain provider's DNS settings.

DNS Connect

Use this method if:

• Your domain provider isn't GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Network Solutions
• You have custom DNS records
• You need to maintain existing domain features

Setup process: Manually add two CNAME records and four A records from your Squarespace site to your domain provider's DNS settings.

Managing DNS Records

For Nameserver Connect:

1. Access Domains dashboard
2. Select your domain
3. Click Edit in DNS Settings section

For DNS Connect:

1. Log in to your domain provider
2. Modify records directly in their interface

Disabling Nameserver Connect

If you need to switch to DNS Connect:

1. Open Domain Names panel
2. Click "I already have a domain"
3. Enter domain name
4. Click Connect Domain
5. Select "No, use DNS records"
6. Choose your domain provider
7. Log in to provider account
8. Complete connection process

Both methods effectively connect your domain to Squarespace, but choose based on your specific needs and domain configuration.

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