Domain management in Squarespace offers several methods to direct visitors to your desired destination. Here's how to choose the right option:

Main Options for Domain Direction

1. Transfer or Connect (For Squarespace Site Homepage)

• Transfer: Integrates domain billing and permissions with your site
• Connect: Keeps domain billing and permissions separate (only for parked domains)

2. Forward or Specify (For Third-party Sites or Specific Pages)

• Forward: Visitors see new site, URL changes
• Specify: Visitors see new site, URL remains unchanged

Comparing Transfer vs Connect

Transfer Benefits:

• Unified billing and permissions
• Shared creator access
• Access to free domain offers
• Google Workspace free offers

Connect Benefits:

• Separate payment methods
• Independent domain management
• Restricted team access

Domain Specification Options

For Subdomains:

• Can connect to different Squarespace sites
• Requires proper record setup on both sites
• Cannot specify to another page on same Squarespace site

Alternative Solutions:

1. Different Domain Name

• Change primary domain while maintaining presence

2. Platform Change

• Transfer domain to new provider

3. URL Management

• Create URL redirects for inactive pages
• Set up new homepage
• Configure subdomain routing
• Implement path forwarding

4. Rebranding

• Old domain automatically redirects to new domain
• Maintains SEO and user experience

Requirements:

• Domain/subdomain name
• Target URL (if applicable)
• CNAME or A record (for specification)

Choose the method that best aligns with your goals while considering factors like billing preferences, team access, and visitor experience.

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