Connect your IWantMyName domain to Squarespace by following these simple steps:

Step 1: Start Connection in Squarespace

1. Go to Domains panel
2. Click "Use a custom domain"
3. Enter your domain name and click the arrow
4. Click "Connect Domain"
5. Select "iwantmyname.com" from dropdown
6. Click "Connect Domain" again
7. Click "Continue" in the popup message

Keep the DNS records panel open for reference.

Step 2: Access IWantMyName Settings

1. Log in to www.iwantmyname.com
2. Click Services dropdown menu
3. Select "Services and Applications"
4. Search for "Squarespace"
5. Click "Add Squarespace" next to your domain

Step 3: Verify Your Site

1. Copy the unique verification code from Squarespace DNS Settings (below Hosting column)
2. Paste the code into IWantMyName's "Unique Verification Code" field
3. Click "Install Squarespace"
4. Wait for setup confirmation

Step 4: Wait for Connection (24-72 hours)

Monitor progress by:

• Checking DNS settings in Squarespace
• Looking for green tags in the Current Data column
• Confirming "Connected" status in Domains panel

Troubleshooting Tips:

• Use DNS Verification Tool if you see "Domain ownership cannot be verified"
• Check CNAME and A Records if errors persist after 72 hours
• Contact IWantMyName support for account-specific issues

Note: Temporary errors are normal during the first 72 hours of connection. Wait the full period before troubleshooting.

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