The complete guide to registering for Google Workspace requires several key steps to set up your custom email address successfully.

Before starting, ensure you:

• Have Administrator permissions
• Use a domain without special characters
• Have an enabled, non-password-protected homepage

Step 1: Domain Preparation

For Squarespace domains:

• Verify domain ownership
• Ensure active domain subscription

For third-party domains:

• Configure DNS records correctly
• Allow up to 72 hours for propagation

Step 2: Account Creation and Purchase

1. Access the Google Workspace panel
2. Select billing cycle (Monthly/Annual)
3. Enter required information:
   • Email address
   • Personal details
   • Username (letters, numbers, hyphens, underscores, apostrophes, periods allowed)
   • Domain selection
   • Contact information
4. Add payment details
5. Review and accept terms

Step 3: Temporary Password Setup

1. Check your personal email for "Welcome to Google Workspace"
2. Click "Access email" button
3. If missing, request resend through Google Workspace panel

Step 4: Initial Login

1. Log in with temporary password
2. Create new password
3. Accept Google Workspace Terms of Service

Step 5: Domain Verification

1. Access Google Workspace Admin Console
2. Complete domain verification process
3. Follow Google's security measures

Step 6: MX Records Setup

Squarespace domains:

• MX records generate automatically

Third-party domains:

• Follow email instructions
• Add MX records manually
• Consult provider-specific guides

Post-Setup Actions:

• Start using email
• Connect to contact forms
• Add additional users
• Manage billing settings
• Set up email campaigns

For any issues during setup, consult Google Workspace Troubleshooting documentation or contact support for assistance.

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