To disconnect a third-party domain from your Squarespace site, follow these essential steps:

Prerequisites:

• Set a new primary domain first if disconnecting a primary domain
• Note that disconnecting won't cancel associated Google Workspace services
• For GoDaddy domains, additional manual disconnection is required

Step 1: Disconnect Domain in Squarespace

1. Log in to your Squarespace account
2. Navigate to the "Domains" panel
3. Select the third-party domain to disconnect
4. Scroll down and click "Disconnect Domain"
5. Confirm by clicking "Disconnect" in the pop-up

Step 2: Update DNS Records

1. Log in to your domain provider account
2. Locate DNS management settings
3. Delete all Squarespace-related DNS records

Important Notes:

• Domain will continue pointing to Squarespace until DNS records are updated
• Visitors will see an error message after disconnection until DNS is updated
• Expired site deletion automatically disconnects associated third-party domains
• DNS record management steps vary by provider
• For GoDaddy auto-connected domains, additional disconnection steps are required

Best Practices:

• Verify domain location in your account dashboard before disconnecting
• Keep DNS records documentation from your provider handy
• Consider setting up new DNS records before disconnection to minimize downtime
• Contact your domain provider for specific DNS management instructions

For special cases like Squarespace domains or Google Workspace services, refer to their respective transfer and cancellation processes.

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