How to Connect Your Network Solutions Domain to Squarespace: Complete Guide

How to Connect Your Network Solutions Domain to Squarespace: Complete Guide

By Michael Turner

November 27, 2024 at 12:40 AM

To connect a Network Solutions domain to Squarespace, choose between two methods: Nameserver Connect (recommended) or DNS Connect. Here's how to set it up:

Nameserver Connect Method (Recommended):

  1. Sign in to your Network Solutions account
  2. Access domain dashboard
  3. Navigate to Advanced Tools > Nameserver
  4. Click Manage
  5. Remove existing nameservers
  6. Add these Squarespace nameservers:
    • connect1.squarespacedns.com
    • connect2.squarespacedns.com
  7. Click Save

DNS Connect Method (For custom DNS records):

  1. Sign in to your Network Solutions account
  2. Open Domains panel in Squarespace
  3. Click "Use a domain I own"
  4. Enter your domain name
  5. Select "No, use DNS records"
  6. Choose Network Solutions from dropdown
  7. Follow prompts to complete connection

Important Notes:

  • Connection takes 24-72 hours to complete
  • Check connection status in Squarespace DNS settings
  • Green checkmarks indicate successful connection
  • Domain will show as "Connected" when complete

Troubleshooting Tips:

If you encounter errors:

  1. Reset nameservers to Network Solutions defaults
  2. Disconnect domain from Squarespace
  3. Reconnect manually following above steps
  4. Use DNS record verification tool if ownership verification fails

Remember to keep default nameservers intact when starting the connection process to avoid errors. Contact Network Solutions support for account-specific issues.

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