To connect a Bluehost domain to your Squarespace site, follow these straightforward steps:

Step 1: Initiate Connection in Squarespace

1. Go to the Domains panel
2. Click "I already have a domain"
3. Enter your domain name and click the arrow
4. Click "Connect Domain"
5. Select Bluehost from the dropdown
6. Click "Connect Domain" and "Continue"
7. Keep the DNS records panel open for reference

Step 2: Access Bluehost DNS Settings

1. Log in to your Bluehost account
2. Find your domain under "Domains"
3. Scroll to "Advanced Tools"
4. Click "Manage" next to "Advanced DNS Records"
5. Click "Continue" in the popup

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

• Click "Add Record"
• Type: CNAME
• Host Name: [paste unique code from Squarespace]
• Alias To: verify.squarespace.com
• Keep default TTL
• Click Save

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

• Click "Add Record"
• Type: CNAME
• Host Name: www
• Alias To: ext-cust.squarespace.com
• Keep default TTL
• Click Save

Step 5: Add Four A Records Add these records one at a time:

1. Host: @ | Type: A | Points to: 198.185.159.144
2. Host: @ | Type: A | Points to: 198.185.159.145
3. Host: @ | Type: A | Points to: 198.49.23.144
4. Host: @ | Type: A | Points to: 198.49.23.145

Important Notes:

• Don't delete Mail/email records
• Connection takes 24-72 hours
• Monitor progress in Squarespace's DNS Settings
• Green labels indicate successful connections

Troubleshooting:

• Use DNS Records Checker if verification fails
• Contact Bluehost support for account-specific issues
• Check Squarespace's domain connection troubleshooting guide if problems persist

Remember: Keep existing email records intact to maintain email service functionality during the domain connection process.

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