Easily connect your Network Solutions domain to Squarespace using either nameserver or DNS linking. Here's how:

Nameserver Linking (Recommended Method)

1. In Squarespace:

• Go to "Domains" panel
• Click "Use a Domain I Own"
• Enter your domain name and click the arrow
• Click "Link Domain"
• Select "Get Started Now"

2. In Network Solutions:

• Access your domain control panel
• Open Advanced Tools → Nameservers
• Click "Manage"
• Delete existing nameservers
• Add these Squarespace nameservers:
  • connect1.squarespacedns.com
  • connect2.squarespacedns.com
• Save changes

DNS Linking (Alternative Method)

1. In Squarespace:

• Navigate to "Domains" panel
• Select "Use a Domain I Own"
• Enter domain name and click arrow
• Choose "No, use DNS records"
• Select Network Solutions from dropdown
• Follow prompts to login and link

Important Notes:

• Domain linking takes 24-72 hours to complete
• Keep default nameservers intact when starting
• Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS Settings
• Temporary errors are normal during the first 72 hours

Troubleshooting Tips:

If you encounter errors:

1. Reset nameservers in Network Solutions account
2. Remove Squarespace nameservers
3. Add default Network Solutions nameservers
4. Unlink domain from Squarespace
5. Start linking process again

For verification issues:

• Check DNS Settings panel
• Use DNS checker tool to identify incorrect records
• Fix any missing or incorrect CNAME and A-records

Contact Network Solutions support for account-specific issues or access their documentation for additional help.

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