Moving your Squarespace domain requires choosing the right method based on your specific needs. Here are the main options and when to use them:

Moving or Connecting a Domain

Moving your domain is best when you want to:

• Merge billing and permissions with your site
• Have the same collaborators manage both domain and site
• Take advantage of free domain or Google Workspace offers

Connecting your domain works well if you want to:

• Keep separate billing for domain and site
• Maintain different permission levels
• Only available for parked Squarespace domains

Forwarding vs. Pointing a Domain

Forward your domain when:

• You want visitors to see the new site URL
• You have a domain name or subdomain
• You need to redirect to any destination URL

Point your domain when:

• You want to keep your original URL visible
• You need to use CNAME or A-record settings
• You're directing to a non-Squarespace site

Special Cases

For subdomains:

• Point to another Squarespace site using proper DNS records
• Cannot redirect to another page within the same site

Alternative Options:

• Change primary domain while keeping followers
• Transfer domain to another platform
• Create URL redirects for specific pages
• Set up path forwarding for complete site migration
• Configure automatic redirects when rebranding

Choose the method that best matches your needs and desired visitor experience. Each option maintains different aspects of your domain's functionality and visitor navigation experience.

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