URL redirection sends visitors from one URL to another. In Squarespace, you can redirect domains, subdomains, or specific pages to any destination. Here's how to set it up properly:

Before Starting

• URL redirections can take up to 72 hours to update
• You need an active, registered domain
• Built-in Squarespace domains cannot be redirected

Setting Up Domain Redirection

1. Access Domain Settings:

• Open domain panel
• Click the domain name
• Select Website
• Scroll to URL Redirection Rules
• Click Add Rule

2. Configure Redirect:

• In "Redirect from": Enter @ (for primary domain) or subdomain name
• In "Redirect to": Enter complete destination URL
• Choose redirect type (301 permanent or 302 temporary)
• Enable SSL (recommended)
• Select route redirection option (keep or remove paths)
• Click Save

Redirecting Subdomains

Follow the same steps above, but:

• Enter subdomain name in "Redirect from" field
• Use complete URL with specific page slug in "Redirect to" field

Route Redirection Options

• Keep paths: Maintains original URL structure
• Remove paths: All URLs redirect to new main address
• Works best when destination site has matching URL structure

Troubleshooting Common Issues

If redirect isn't working:

• Clear browser cache
• Check for URL typos
• Verify no conflicting DNS records
• Ensure proper DNS configuration if using custom nameservers

For domains using custom nameservers:

1. Add required CNAME and A records
2. Remove existing conflicting records
3. Allow up to 72 hours for changes to propagate

To remove redirects:

1. Open domain panel
2. Click domain name
3. Select Website
4. Find URL Redirection section
5. Click trash icon next to redirect rule

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