Connect your Network Solutions domain to Squarespace using either Nameserver Connect (recommended) or DNS Connect. Choose Nameserver Connect unless you have custom DNS records.

Nameserver Connect Method:

1. In Squarespace:

   • Open Domains menu
   • Click Use External Domain
   • Enter your domain name
   • Click Connect Domain
   • Select Get Started

2. In Network Solutions:

   • Open Domain Dashboard
   • Go to Advanced Tools > Nameservers
   • Click Manage
   • Delete existing nameservers
   • Add these Squarespace nameservers:
     • connect1.squarespacedns.com
     • connect2.squarespacedns.com
   • Click Save

3. Return to Squarespace and click Finish, then Done

DNS Connect Method:

1. In Squarespace:
   • Open Domains menu
   • Click Use External Domain
   • Enter domain name
   • Select "No, Use DNS Records"
   • Choose Network Solutions
   • Log in to Network Solutions
   • Click Connect

Wait for Connection:

• Connection takes 24-72 hours
• Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS settings
• Green labels indicate successful connection
• Domain shows as "Connected" when complete

Troubleshooting:

If you encounter errors after 72 hours:

1. Reset nameservers in Network Solutions:

   • Open Account Manager
   • Select domain name
   • Go to Advanced Tools > Nameservers
   • Restore default Network Solutions nameservers
   • Save changes

2. Use DNS Record Checker tool in Squarespace to verify correct CNAME and A records

Important Notes:

• Ensure default nameservers are intact before starting
• Error messages are normal during the 72-hour connection period
• Contact Network Solutions support for account-specific issues
• Check DNS settings if domain ownership cannot be verified

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