To point a Squarespace domain to another website, follow these essential steps:

Prerequisites:

• Use Squarespace name servers
• Have your target site's URL and IP address ready
• Ensure domain is not integrated

Point to Non-Squarespace Site:

1. Add CNAME Record:

• Open DNS Settings panel
• Delete Squarespace Defaults
• Add Custom Record (Type: CNAME)
• Host: www
• Data: Enter provider's URL
• Save changes

2. Add A Record:

• Add Custom Record (Type: A)
• Host: @
• Data: Enter provider's IP address
• Save changes

Point a Subdomain:

1. Create Custom Record:

• Access main domain's DNS Settings
• Add Record (Type: CNAME or A)
• Host: Enter subdomain (e.g., "blog")
• Data: Enter provider's URL or IP
• Save changes

For Big Cartel, ClickFunnels, SiteGround, SmugMug, Systeme.io, or Zoho:

1. Add CNAME record as above
2. Add URL redirect rule:

• Open Website settings
• Add URL Redirect Rule
• Redirect from: @
• Redirect to: www.yourdomain.com
• Configure SSL and path settings
• Save changes

Testing:

• Wait 24-72 hours for changes
• Test in incognito browser window
• Verify domain appears in address bar

Troubleshooting:

• Resolve DNS conflicts
• Ensure proper character limits
• Check name servers and DNSSEC settings
• Allow full propagation time

Remember: Domain pointing cannot direct to specific pages; use redirect settings instead.

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