Connecting a GoDaddy domain to Squarespace can be done using either nameservers or DNS settings. Here's how to do it properly:

Two Connection Methods:

• Nameserver linking (recommended)
• DNS linking (required for .ca, .au, and .com.au domains)

Prerequisites:

• Ensure your domain meets Squarespace's third-party requirements
• Remove existing DNS records from GoDaddy
• Keep GoDaddy's default nameservers active initially

Nameserver Linking Method:

1. In Squarespace:

   • Go to Domains panel
   • Click "Use My Domain"
   • Enter your domain name
   • Click "Link Domain"
   • Select "Start"

2. In GoDaddy:

   • Log into your account
   • Access DNS Management
   • Click "Change" under Nameservers
   • Choose "Enter my own nameservers"
   • Add these nameservers:
     • connect1.squarespacedns.com
     • connect2.squarespacedns.com
   • Save changes and authorize updates

DNS Linking Method:

1. In Squarespace:
   • Navigate to Domains panel
   • Click "Use My Domain"
   • Enter domain name
   • Select "No, use DNS records"
   • Choose GoDaddy from dropdown
   • Log into GoDaddy account
   • Click "Link"

Connection Time:

• Allow up to 72 hours for complete domain connection
• Monitor progress in Domains panel > DNS Settings
• Green tags indicate successful linking

Troubleshooting Steps:

1. Verify GoDaddy's default nameservers are active
2. Log out of GoDaddy account
3. Unlink domain from Squarespace
4. Try manual domain linking

For subdomain linking (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com), follow Squarespace's external subdomain linking process instead.

Important Notes:

• Domain connections can take up to 72 hours to complete
• Temporary errors are normal during the connection period
• Contact GoDaddy support for account-specific issues

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