Connect a domain from Namecheap to Squarespace using either Nameserver Connect (recommended) or DNS Connect. Both methods require access to your Namecheap and Squarespace accounts.

Nameserver Connect Method (Recommended)

1. In Squarespace:

   • Go to Domains menu
   • Click "Use External Domain"
   • Enter your domain name
   • Click "Connect Domain"
   • Select "Get Started"

2. In Namecheap:

   • Access Domain Dashboard
   • Open Nameservers
   • Select "Custom DNS"
   • Add these nameservers:
     • connect1.squarespacedns.com
     • connect2.squarespacedns.com
   • Save changes

DNS Connect Method

1. In Squarespace:
   • Go to Domains menu
   • Click "Use External Domain"
   • Enter domain name
   • Select "No, use DNS records"
   • Choose Namecheap from dropdown
   • Login to Namecheap when prompted
   • Click "Connect"
   • Click "Next"

Important Notes:

• Keep default Namecheap nameservers intact before starting
• Connection can take 24-72 hours to complete
• Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS settings
• Temporary errors are normal during the connection period

Troubleshooting

If connection fails after 72 hours:

1. Reset nameservers:

   • Access Namecheap Domain List
   • Remove Squarespace nameservers
   • Restore default Namecheap nameservers
   • Save changes

2. Reconnect:

   • Disconnect domain from Squarespace
   • Start connection process again
   • Use DNS Records Checker Tool to verify settings

Contact Namecheap support for account-specific issues or Squarespace support for platform-related problems.

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