How to Connect and Manage Squarespace Domains: A Complete Guide

How to Connect and Manage Squarespace Domains: A Complete Guide

By Michael Thompson

March 21, 2025 at 10:36 PM

A domain's billing and authorization stay separate when connecting it to a Squarespace site. Follow these steps to link your domain correctly.

Before You Begin:

  • Your domain must be parked (not already attached to a site)
  • Domain and website must be on the same Squarespace account
  • You need admin permissions for both domain and website

Connect Your Domain:

  1. Go to Domains dashboard
  2. Select your domain
  3. Click Website
  4. Choose "Connect an existing website"
  5. Select your target site
  6. Click Next, then Confirm

Modify Connection:

  1. Access Domains dashboard
  2. Click your domain
  3. Select Website
  4. Choose "Change connection"
  5. Pick new target site
  6. Confirm changes

Remove Connection:

  1. Navigate to Domains dashboard
  2. Select domain
  3. Click Website
  4. Choose "Change connection"
  5. Select "Park this domain"
  6. Confirm removal

Important Notes:

  • Can't connect domains to specific pages (but can redirect)
  • Subdomains are managed as third-party domains using DNS records
  • Remove all third-party records before reconnecting to Squarespace
  • Request admin access if you lack permissions for domain or website

This setup keeps domain management separate while ensuring proper site connectivity. Always verify permissions and current domain status before making changes.

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