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

Before Starting:

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

Step 1: Configure Google Sites Settings

1. Log into Google Sites and select your website
2. Click the top header to open Settings
3. Select Custom Domains
4. Click Start Setup
5. Enter your domain and click Next
6. Keep the "Connect to external domain registrar" window open

Note: If using Google Workspace, connect your domain through the admin console instead.

Step 2: Configure Squarespace DNS Settings

Add CNAME Record:

1. Log into Squarespace
2. Open domain panel and select your domain
3. Click DNS
4. Delete Squarespace Default Values
5. Under Custom Records, click Add
6. Create CNAME record:
   • Type: CNAME
   • Host: www
   • Data: ghs.googlehosted.com
   • Priority: Leave default

Add URL Redirect:

1. Go to domain panel > Website
2. Under URL Redirect Rules, click Add Rule
3. Enter @ in Subdomain field
4. Enter www version of your domain (e.g., www.yourdomain.com)
5. Configure redirect settings:
   • Choose redirect type (301 or 302)
   • Keep SSL enabled
   • Select path handling 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. Monitor status in Google Sites 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 fully propagate

Remember to keep your domain registered with Squarespace to maintain the connection to Google Sites.

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