Moving Your Domain from Squarespace: A Complete Guide

Domain redirection options depend on your target destination. Here's how to choose the right method:

For Squarespace Sites:

• Move: Merges domain billing and permissions with the site
• Connect: Keeps domain billing and permissions separate (only for parked domains)

Moving vs. Connecting Comparison:

Moving:

• Available for all domains
• Unified billing and permissions
• Access to free domain/Google Workspace offers
• Same team manages both domain and site

Connecting:

• Limited to parked Squarespace domains
• Separate billing and permissions
• Different payment methods possible
• Separate team access management

Forwarding vs. Pointing:

Forwarding:

• URL changes to new destination
• Requires domain name/subdomain
• Works with any destination URL

Pointing:

• Original URL remains visible
• Requires domain name/subdomain
• Needs CNAME or A-record for destination

Additional Options:

• Change primary domain while keeping followers
• Transfer domain to another provider
• Create URL redirects
• Set new homepage
• Create subdomain redirects
• Set up path forwarding
• Configure domain rebranding

For Subdomains: To point a subdomain to another Squarespace site, set up appropriate records on both sites. Note: You cannot point domains or subdomains to pages within the same Squarespace site.

Special Cases:

• External domains: Follow provider's documentation
• Path forwarding: Redirect all URL slugs to new domain
• Rebranding: Old domain automatically redirects to new one when linked

Choose the method that best aligns with your specific needs and desired visitor experience.

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