Domain owners can connect their third-party domains to Squarespace using either Nameserver Connect or DNS Connect. Here's what you need to know about each method:

Nameserver Connect

• Recommended for domains from GoDaddy, Namecheap, or Network Solutions
• DNS records are stored with Squarespace
• Guided setup process requiring only two nameserver records
• Edit DNS settings directly in Squarespace's Domain dashboard

Don't use Nameserver Connect if your domain has:

• Custom DNS records
• Multiple subdomains
• DNSSEC enabled
• Complex domain configurations
• Security or traffic services (like Cloudflare or AWS)

DNS Connect

• Suitable for all other domain providers
• DNS records remain stored with your domain provider
• Manual setup requiring CNAME and A records
• Edit DNS settings through your domain provider's dashboard

To Disable Nameserver Connect:

1. Open Domain Names panel
2. Click "I already have a domain"
3. Enter domain name
4. Click Connect Domain
5. Select "No, use DNS records"
6. Choose domain provider
7. Log into provider account
8. Click Connect
9. Click Continue on your site

Check Your Connection Type: To verify which method you're using, check your Domain Names panel - it will indicate either DNS Connect or Nameserver Connect for your connected domain.

Note: If your domain uses custom email addresses or ad blockers with custom DNS records, use DNS Connect to prevent service interruption.

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