Connecting a Bluehost domain to Squarespace requires updating DNS records. Follow these steps to establish the connection properly.

Before Starting:

• Ensure your domain meets Squarespace's third-party domain requirements
• Have access to both your Squarespace and Bluehost accounts

Step 1: Initialize Connection in Squarespace

1. Go to Domains menu
2. Click "Use External Domain"
3. Enter your domain name
4. Select Bluehost from the dropdown
5. Click "Connect Domain" and "Next"
6. Keep the DNS settings window open for reference

Step 2: Access Bluehost DNS Settings

1. Log in to Bluehost
2. Locate your domain under "Domains"
3. Find "Advanced Tools"
4. Click "Manage" next to "Advanced DNS Records"

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

• Host: [unique code from Squarespace]
• Type: CNAME
• Points to: verify.squarespace.com

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

• Host: www
• Type: CNAME
• Points to: ext-cust.squarespace.com

Step 5: Add Four A Records Create these entries:

1. Host: @ | Type: A | Points to: 198.185.159.144
2. Host: @ | Type: A | Points to: 198.185.159.145
3. Host: @ | Type: A | Points to: 198.49.23.144
4. Host: @ | Type: A | Points to: 198.49.23.145

Important Notes:

• Don't delete Mail or Email host records
• Remove any "blank" host entries
• Keep default TTL settings

Connection Completion:

• Allow 24-72 hours for full propagation
• Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS settings
• Green labels will appear as connections establish
• Domain will show "Connected" when complete

Troubleshooting:

• Use DNS Records Checking Tool if verification fails
• Contact Bluehost support for account-specific issues
• Wait full 72 hours before troubleshooting
• Verify all DNS records match exactly

For technical support:

• Consult Bluehost's documentation
• Contact Bluehost support for DNS-specific issues
• Check Squarespace's troubleshooting guide for domain connections

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