Connect your Squarespace domain to Google Sites by following these simple steps:

Before Starting:

• Verify your Squarespace domain with Google Search Console
• Keep your domain registered with Squarespace to maintain the connection
• Have access to both your Squarespace and Google Sites accounts

Step 1: Configure Google Sites

1. Log into Google Sites and open your website
2. Click the top header → Settings → Custom domains
3. Click Start setup
4. Enter your domain name and click Next
5. Keep the "Connect to an external domain registrar" window open

Step 2: Configure Squarespace DNS Settings

Add CNAME Record:

1. Log into Squarespace
2. Open domains panel → Select your domain → DNS
3. Delete Squarespace Defaults
4. Under Custom Records, click Add
5. Create CNAME record:
   • Type: CNAME
   • Host: www
   • Data: ghs.googlehosted.com
   • Priority: Leave default
6. Click Save

Add URL Redirect:

1. Go to domains panel → Select domain → Website
2. Under URL Redirect Rules, click Add rule
3. Enter:
   • Subdomain: @
   • Website URL: www.yourdomain.com
4. Configure Advanced Settings:
   • Choose redirect type (301 or 302)
   • Keep SSL enabled
   • Set path preferences
5. Save changes

Step 3: Complete Connection

1. Return to Google Sites
2. Click Done in the domain registrar window
3. Wait 24-72 hours for changes to take effect
4. Monitor progress in Google Sites Settings → Custom domains

Troubleshooting:

• For DNS setting errors: Contact Squarespace support
• For Google Sites issues: Contact Google support
• Allow up to 72 hours for full propagation

Note: Google Workspace users must connect domains through the Google Workspace admin console instead of Google Sites directly.

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