Domain redirection sends visitors from one URL to another. Here's how to redirect a Squarespace domain:

Types of Domain Redirection:

• Root domain redirection (example.com)
• Subdomain redirection (blog.example.com)
• Specific page redirection (example.com/page)

To Redirect a Domain:

1. Go to Domains dashboard
2. Select your domain
3. Click Website
4. Under Domain Redirection Rules, click Add a Rule
5. Enter redirect details:
   • Redirect from: @ (root) or subdomain name
   • Redirect to: destination URL
   • Choose redirect type (301 permanent or 302 temporary)
   • Enable/disable SSL
   • Select path redirection options

Path Redirection Options:

• Preserve paths: keeps original URL structure
• Remove paths: redirects all URLs to new address

Important Notes:

• Changes can take up to 72 hours to take effect
• Clear browser cache to see changes faster
• Cannot redirect default Squarespace domains
• SSL should remain enabled for security
• Custom nameservers require additional DNS setup

Troubleshooting:

• Verify URL format is correct (no http:// or https://)
• Check for DNS conflicts
• Remove conflicting A, AAAA, ALIAS, or CNAME records
• Use private browsing to test redirects
• Temporarily remove redirection to modify DNS records

Remove Redirection:

1. Open Domains dashboard
2. Select domain
3. Click Website
4. Find Domain Redirection section
5. Click trash icon next to Redirect a Domain

Domain redirection is complete when visitors to your old domain automatically reach your new destination.

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