Creating a sub-domain extends your website's functionality by adding a prefix to your main domain (like blog.yourdomain.com). Here's how to set it up in Squarespace.

What is a Sub-Domain? A sub-domain appears before your root domain, replacing "www" (example: blog.yourdomain.com). It can point to your main website or a different destination.

Setting Up a Sub-Domain

Basic Method:

1. Navigate to domain dashboard
2. Select your domain
3. Click Website
4. Scroll to Domain Forwarding and click Add Rule
5. Enter sub-domain name (e.g., blog)
6. Input destination URL (e.g., www.yourdomain.com/blog)
7. Choose redirect type (301 permanent or 302 temporary)
8. Keep SSL enabled
9. Save changes

Managing Your Sub-Domain

To Edit:

1. Open domain dashboard
2. Select domain
3. Click Website
4. Find Domain Forwarding Rules
5. Click Edit beside sub-domain
6. Make changes and save

To Delete:

1. Access domain dashboard
2. Select domain
3. Click Website
4. Locate Domain Forwarding Rules
5. Click trash icon
6. Confirm deletion

Manual DNS Setup (For Nameserver-Connected Domains):

1. Open domain dashboard
2. Select domain
3. Click DNS
4. Choose Add Preset > Sub-Domain
5. Enter sub-domain name
6. Select forwarding destination
7. Click Add to save

Note: For third-party domains, use DNS Connect or Nameserver Connect to manage your sub-domain settings. Nameserver Connect users manage DNS records through Squarespace's Domains menu, while billing remains with the external provider.

By following these steps, you'll successfully create and manage sub-domains for your Squarespace website, enhancing your site's organization and user experience.

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