Your domain email can be managed through your existing provider or migrated to Google Workspace. Here's how to handle both options:

Continue Using Current Email Provider

For third-party domains:

• Connect to Squarespace using only CNAME and A records
• No changes needed to nameservers or MX records
• Email service continues uninterrupted

For Squarespace domains:

• Add necessary DNS records in domain settings
• Check with your email provider for required DNS records

Migrating to Google Workspace

Before Starting:

• Ensure domain is properly set up on Squarespace
• Complete any domain transfers first
• Keep current email service active
• Maintain administrative access to both accounts

Migration Steps:

1. Create Google Workspace Account

• Use your existing custom domain
• Add email addresses for all users
• Allow 1-72 hours for MX record changes to propagate

2. Import Your Content

• Export emails, contacts, and data from current provider
• Transfer email history to Google Workspace
• Follow Google's data migration guidelines

3. Cancel Previous Service (after 72 hours)

• Verify Google Workspace is working properly
• Confirm all content is transferred
• For Squarespace domains: Delete old MX records
• For third-party domains: Only cancel email service

Benefits of Google Workspace:

• Manage billing through Squarespace
• Access to Gmail, Calendar, and Drive
• Create email aliases through Admin console
• Seamless integration with existing domain

The migration process typically takes 1-2 hours, but allow up to 72 hours for complete transition. Keep your original service active until the migration is fully complete and verified.

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