To connect a Bluehost domain to Squarespace, follow these DNS connection steps:

Step 1: Start Squarespace Connection

1. Go to the Domains panel
2. Click "Use my domain"
3. Enter your domain name and click the arrow
4. Click "Connect Domain"
5. Select "Bluehost" from dropdown
6. Click "Continue" when prompted
7. Keep the DNS records panel open for reference

Step 2: Access Bluehost DNS Settings

1. Log into your Bluehost account
2. Locate your domain under "Domain"
3. Find "Advanced Tools"
4. Click "Manage" next to "Advanced DNS Records"
5. Select "Continue" in the popup

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

Create this record in Bluehost:

• Type: CNAME
• Host Name: [unique verification code from Squarespace]
• Points to: verify.squarespace.com
• TTL: Leave as default

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

Create this record in Bluehost:

• Type: CNAME
• Host: www
• Points to: ext-cust.squarespace.com
• TTL: Leave as default

Step 5: Add Four A Records

Create these records in Bluehost:

• Type: A
• Host: @ (leave blank)
• Points to: Add each IP address separately
  • 198.185.159.144
  • 198.185.159.145
  • 198.49.23.144
  • 198.49.23.145
• TTL: Leave as default

Important: Don't delete the existing Mail host record as it manages email services.

Step 6: Wait for Propagation

• Allow 24-72 hours for changes to take effect
• Check connection status in Squarespace's DNS Settings
• Look for green labels in the Current Data column
• Domain will show "Connected" when properly linked

Troubleshooting:

If you see "Unable to verify domain ownership":

1. Use the DNS checker tool in DNS Settings
2. Verify all CNAME and A records are correct
3. Contact Bluehost support for platform-specific help

Note: Error messages are normal during the first 72 hours after setup. If issues persist beyond this timeframe, review your DNS settings or contact support.

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