Setting up domain pointing in Squarespace involves two main steps to direct visitors to a third-party website while maintaining your original domain in the address bar.

Step 1: Add CNAME Record

1. Access DNS Settings:

• Open domain dashboard
• Click your domain
• Select DNS > DNS Settings
• Delete Squarespace Defaults

2. Create CNAME Record:

• Scroll to Custom Records
• Click Add Record
• Select CNAME from Type dropdown
• Enter "www" in Host field
• Add provider's URL in Data field
• Save changes

Step 2: Add A Record

1. Create A Record:

• Stay in Custom Records
• Click Add
• Select A from Type dropdown
• Enter "@" in Host field
• Add provider's IP address in Data field
• Save changes

For Subdomains:

1. Follow similar steps but enter subdomain name (e.g., "blog") in Host field
2. Use either:
   • CNAME record with provider's URL
   • A record with provider's IP address

Important Notes:

• Changes take 24-72 hours to propagate
• Test in incognito window after setup
• Cannot specify individual pages
• Ensure domain uses Squarespace nameservers
• Embedded domains cannot be specified

For specific platforms (Big Cartel, ClickFunnels, etc.):

1. Add CNAME record as described above
2. Create domain forwarding rule:
   • Enter "@" in Forwarding From
   • Add full URL in Forwarding To
   • Choose redirect type (301/302)
   • Enable SSL
   • Set path forwarding preference

Troubleshooting:

• Check for DNS conflicts
• Ensure 4+ characters in registration fields
• If issues persist after 72 hours, try:
  1. Disable DNSSEC
  2. Reset to Squarespace nameservers
  3. Re-enable DNSSEC

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