Connect your Squarespace domain to Google Sites by following these simple steps:

Before Starting:

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

Step 1: Set Up in Google Sites

1. Log into Google Sites and open your website
2. Navigate to Settings > Custom Domains
3. Click "Start setup"
4. Enter your domain and click "Next"
5. Keep the connection window open for reference

For Google Workspace users:

• Log into Google Workspace Admin Console
• Follow Google's domain connection process

Step 2: Configure Squarespace DNS Settings

Add CNAME Record:

1. Log into Squarespace
2. Open domains dashboard
3. Select your domain
4. Click DNS
5. Remove Squarespace default settings
6. Add new CNAME record:
   • Type: CNAME
   • Host: www
   • Data: ghs.googlehosted.com

Add Domain Forwarding:

1. Go to Website settings
2. Add forwarding rule:
   • Subdomain: @
   • URL: www.yourdomain.com
   • Select SSL On
   • Choose path forwarding preference

Step 3: Complete Connection

1. Return to Google Sites
2. Click "Done" in the connection window
3. Wait 24-72 hours for changes to take effect
4. Verify connection in Custom Domains settings

Troubleshooting:

• For DNS setting errors: Contact Squarespace support
• For Google Sites issues: Contact Google support
• Allow up to 72 hours for changes to propagate

Note: Domain forwarding ensures both www and root domain versions direct to your Google Sites page.

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