Connecting a Bluehost domain to Squarespace requires modifying DNS records. Follow these steps to complete the connection:

Start the Connection in Squarespace:

1. Go to Domains panel
2. Click "Use a domain you own"
3. Enter your domain name
4. Click "Connect domain"
5. Select Bluehost from dropdown
6. Click "Continue"

Log into Bluehost:

1. Visit bluehost.com and log in
2. Navigate to Domains
3. Find your domain
4. Click "Manage" under Advanced DNS Records
5. Select "Continue"

Add First CNAME Record:

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

Add Second CNAME Record:

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

Add Four A Records:

• Host: @ (for all records)
• Type: A
• Points to:
  1. 198.185.159.144
  2. 198.185.159.145
  3. 198.49.23.144
  4. 198.49.23.145

Important Notes:

• Keep Mail/Email records intact
• Delete any "Empty" host records
• Allow 24-72 hours for connection to complete
• Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS settings
• Green tags indicate successful connections

Troubleshooting:

• Use DNS Records Checker if "Cannot verify domain ownership" appears
• Contact Bluehost support for account-specific issues
• Wait full 72 hours before troubleshooting connection errors

The domain will show as "Connected" in your Domains panel once properly linked.

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