DNS records are instructions that direct visitors to your domain and enable custom email addresses. Here's how to manage DNS settings for Squarespace domains:

Accessing DNS Settings:

1. Go to domain dashboard
2. Select your domain
3. Click [DNS] in the sidebar

Adding Preset DNS Records:

Click [Add Preset] to automatically configure records for:

• Google Workspace: For email setup through external providers
• Zoho Mail: Adds required fields (requires additional CNAME verification)
• Google Workspace Verification: Retries verification on parking page
• Squarespace Default: Restores original domain settings

Managing Squarespace Defaults:

To restore default records:

1. Access DNS settings
2. Click [Add Preset]
3. Select [Squarespace Defaults]

To remove defaults:

1. Access DNS settings
2. Click trash icon next to [Squarespace Defaults]
3. Confirm deletion

Troubleshooting:

If you see "DNS Record Conflict":

• Check for duplicate records
• Look for conflicting record types
• Refresh and try again
• Ensure you're not mixing email service providers

Additional Domain Management:

Without DNS settings, you can:

• Connect third-party domains
• Manage WHOIS privacy
• Edit nameservers
• Set primary domains
• Transfer domains
• Create subdomains

For domains connected via nameservers, check provider-specific guides for GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Network Solutions.

Custom DNS records can be added through the [Custom Records] section at the bottom of DNS settings.

Note: DNS records should only be modified when setting up third-party email or troubleshooting domain connection issues.

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