Connecting a Namecheap domain to Squarespace is possible through either name servers (recommended) or DNS settings. Here's how to do it:

Using Name Servers (Recommended Method)

1. In Squarespace:

• Go to "Domains" panel
• Click "Use My Domain"
• Enter your domain name and click arrow
• Select "Link Domain"
• Choose "Get Started" in the linking panel

2. In Namecheap:

• Access your domain panel
• Select "Custom DNS" from name servers dropdown
• Add these name servers:
  • connect1.squarespacedns.com
  • connect2.squarespacedns.com
• Save changes

Using DNS Records

1. In Squarespace:

• Navigate to "Domains" panel
• Click "Use My Domain"
• Enter domain name
• Select "No, use DNS records"
• Choose Namecheap from dropdown
• Login to your Namecheap account
• Click "Link"

Important Notes:

• Keep Namecheap's default name servers until starting the process
• Linking takes 24-72 hours to complete
• Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS Settings
• Temporary errors are normal during the first 72 hours

Troubleshooting Tips:

If domain isn't connected after 72 hours:

1. Reset name servers to Namecheap defaults
2. Unlink domain from Squarespace
3. Start fresh with manual linking process
4. Use DNS checker tool in Squarespace to verify records

For domain issues:

• Check DNS Settings panel for specific CNAME and A-Record requirements
• Contact Namecheap support for account-specific help
• Review Squarespace's domain troubleshooting guide

Remember to maintain default name servers until beginning the linking process to avoid errors.

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