When you first set up your Squarespace account, you’re given a free domain name. However, you may want to use a different domain name for your website.
You can do this by redeeming a domain name from a domain registrar or transferring an existing domain name to Squarespace. In this article, we’ll show you how to set up a custom domain on Squarespace.
If you don’t have a domain name yet, you can purchase one through a domain registrar such as Google Domains, GoDaddy, or Hover. If you already have a domain name, you can transfer it to Squarespace.
Once you have your domain name, there are two ways to connect it to your Squarespace site: DNS record and nameserver changes.
DNS record changes are the most common method and only require you to add some code to your DNS settings. This method is recommended if your site is live on another platform and you want to minimize downtime during the transfer.
First and foremost, it is important to note that when you redirect a domain, all of the existing content on that domain will be lost. This means that any existing pages, posts, images, etc. will no longer be accessible once the redirect is in place.
Additionally, it is worth mentioning that there can sometimes be issues with search engine rankings when a domain is redirected. This is because the search engines may view the new domain as a separate entity from the old one, meaning that it could take some time for the new domain to gain the same level of visibility and authority.
Finally, it is also important to be aware that some email providers may treat emails sent from a redirected domain differently than those sent from a non-redirected domain. This means that there is a possibility that some emails sent from a redirected domain may end up in spam folders or may not be delivered at all.
With all of this in mind, it is important to weigh the pros and cons of redirecting a domain before making any decisions. If you do decide to proceed with the redirect, be sure to backup all existing content
Nameserver changes are less common but may be required if you’re transferring an existing Squarespace site or if you’re having trouble connecting your domain with DNS records. This method involves changing the nameservers associated with your domain.
Before we dive into the instructions, let’s review the difference between these methods:
DNS record changes:
– Only require you to add code to your DNS settings
– Are the most common method
– Are recommended if your site is live on another platform and you want to minimize downtime during the transfer
– May take up to 48 hours for the changes to propagate
Nameserver changes:
– Involve changing the nameservers associated with your domain
– Are less common
– May be required if you’re transferring an existing Squarespace site or if you’re having trouble connecting your domain with DNS records
How Do I Redirect a Domain on Squarespace? – Conclusion
You can redirect a Domain on Squarespace by using DNS record changes or nameserver changes. DNS record changes are recommended if you want to minimize downtime during the transfer, while nameserver changes may be required if you’re transferring an existing Squarespace site or if you’re having trouble connecting your Domain with DNS records.
