Connect your GoDaddy domain to Squarespace using either Nameserver Connect or DNS Connect. Here's how to do it properly:

Prerequisites:

• Verify your domain meets Squarespace's third-party domain requirements
• Remove active DNS records on GoDaddy
• Keep GoDaddy's default nameservers intact
• Note: For .ca, .au, or .com.au domains, use DNS Connect only

Option 1: Nameserver Connect (Recommended)

1. In Squarespace:

• Open Domains panel
• Click "Use a domain I own"
• Enter your domain name
• Click "Connect domain"
• Select "Get Started"

2. In GoDaddy:

• Sign in to your account
• Access DNS Management settings
• Find Nameservers and click "Change"
• Choose "Enter my own nameservers"
• Add these nameservers:
  • connect1.squarespacedns.com
  • connect2.squarespacedns.com
• Save changes and confirm

3. Return to Squarespace:

• Click "Finish"
• Click "Done"

Option 2: DNS Connect

1. In Squarespace:

• Open Domains panel
• Click "Use a domain I own"
• Enter domain name
• Select "No, use DNS records"
• Choose GoDaddy from dropdown
• Sign in to GoDaddy
• Click "Connect"
• Click "Continue"

Connection Time:

• Nameserver Connect: Up to 24 hours
• DNS Connect: Up to 72 hours

Troubleshooting Tips:

1. Monitor connection progress in the Domains panel
2. If errors persist after waiting period:
   • Reset to GoDaddy's default nameservers
   • Log out of GoDaddy
   • Disconnect domain from Squarespace
   • Try manual connection

For additional support:

• Contact GoDaddy support for account-specific issues
• Check Squarespace's troubleshooting guides
• Review GoDaddy's documentation

Note: For subdomains (e.g., blog.yourdomain.com), follow Squarespace's third-party subdomain connection guide instead.

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