A domain purchased from Squarespace can be connected to your Google Sites website using DNS settings. Here's how to set it up correctly:

Before Starting

• Verify your Squarespace domain with Google Search Console
• Keep your domain registered with Squarespace to maintain the connection

Step 1: Configure Google Sites

1. Log into Google Sites and open your website
2. Click the top header → Settings → Custom domains
3. Click "Start setup"
4. Enter your domain name and click Next
5. Keep the third-party domain registrar window open for reference

Note: For Google Workspace users, connect through the Admin Console instead.

Step 2: Configure Squarespace DNS Settings

Add CNAME Record:

1. Log into Squarespace → Domains dashboard
2. Select your domain → DNS
3. Delete Squarespace Defaults
4. Under Custom Records, click Add
5. Configure as follows:
   • Type: CNAME
   • Host: www
   • Data: ghs.googlehosted.com
   • Priority: Leave default
6. Click Save

Add Domain Forwarding:

1. Go to Domains dashboard → select domain → Website
2. Click "Add Rule" under Domain Forwarding Rules
3. Enter "@" in subdomain field
4. Enter www version of your domain (e.g., www.yourdomain.com)
5. Configure advanced settings:
   • Choose redirect type (301 or 302)
   • Keep SSL Enabled
   • Select path redirect preference
6. Save changes

Step 3: Complete Setup

1. Return to Google Sites
2. Click "Done" in the third-party domain registrar window
3. Wait 24-48 hours for changes to take effect
4. Monitor connection status in Google Sites dashboard under Custom domains

Troubleshooting:

• For DNS setting errors: Contact Squarespace support
• For Google Sites issues: Contact Google support
• Allow up to 48 hours for changes to propagate fully

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