How to Connect a Network Solutions Domain to Squarespace: Complete Setup Guide

How to Connect a Network Solutions Domain to Squarespace: Complete Setup Guide

By Michael Chen

November 26, 2024 at 10:52 PM

Domain connection with Network Solutions can be done through Nameserver Connect (recommended) or DNS Connect. Here's how to set it up:

Nameserver Connect Method (Recommended):

  1. In Squarespace:
  • Open the Domains panel
  • Click "Use a Custom Domain"
  • Enter your domain name and click the arrow
  • Click "Connect Domain"
  • Select "Start" in the connection panel
  1. In Network Solutions:
  • Access your domain control panel
  • Go to Advanced Tools > Nameservers
  • Click Manage
  • Remove existing nameservers
  • Add these Squarespace nameservers:
    • connect1.squarespacedns.com
    • connect2.squarespacedns.com
  • Click Save

DNS Connect Method:

  1. In Squarespace:
  • Open the Domains panel
  • Click "Use a Custom Domain"
  • Enter your domain name
  • Select "No, use DNS records"
  • Choose Network Solutions from the dropdown
  • Sign in to your Network Solutions account
  • Click Connect

Connection Time:

  • Allow 24-72 hours for the connection to fully propagate
  • Check connection progress in Squarespace's DNS settings
  • Look for green labels in the Current Data column

Troubleshooting Tips:

If you encounter errors:

  1. Reset nameservers in Network Solutions to defaults
  2. Disconnect domain from Squarespace
  3. Start the connection process again
  4. Use DNS verification tool to check CNAME and A Records
  5. Contact Network Solutions support if issues persist

Important Notes:

  • Maintain Network Solutions' default nameservers before starting
  • Verify domain ownership through DNS settings
  • Check DNS records if domain shows "Domain ownership cannot be verified"
  • Wait full 72 hours before troubleshooting connection issues

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