Connect your GoDaddy domain to Squarespace manually by following these detailed steps:

Before Starting:

• Use GoDaddy's default name servers
• Remove all active DS records
• Delete any existing DNS templates
• Ensure your domain name doesn't contain "Squarespace" or "sqsp"

Step 1: Re-link Domain in Squarespace

1. Open Domains panel
2. Disconnect existing domain
3. Click "Use my domain"
4. Enter domain name
5. Select "No, I will use DNS records"
6. Choose "Other" from Domain Provider dropdown
7. Click "Connect Domain" and "Continue"

Step 2: Access GoDaddy Settings

1. Log into GoDaddy account
2. Go to Domains section
3. Select target domain
4. Click "Manage DNS" under Additional Settings

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

• Type: CNAME
• Host: [unique verification code from Squarespace]
• Data: verify.squarespace.com
• Keep default TTL

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

• Type: CNAME
• Host: www
• Data: ext-cust.squarespace.com
• Keep default TTL

Step 5: Add Four A Records Create records with these values:

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

Important Notes:

• Connection takes 24-72 hours to complete
• Monitor progress in Squarespace's DNS Settings
• Don't delete Mail records to preserve email functionality
• Use DNS checker tool for troubleshooting

Reset GoDaddy Nameservers (if needed):

1. Access domain settings
2. Click "Manage DNS"
3. Select "Change" in Name Servers section
4. Choose "I'll use GoDaddy nameservers"
5. Save changes

Wait for the connection to complete. A green "Connected" label will appear in the Domains panel once successful.

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