Every Squarespace website comes with a built-in URL (example.squarespace.com), but most site owners prefer to hide this in favor of their custom domain. Here's how to ensure your custom domain appears in search results instead of the default Squarespace URL.

Two Essential Steps:

1. Get a Custom Domain

• Register a domain through Squarespace
• Or connect an existing domain from another provider

2. Set it as Primary Domain

• Make your custom domain the primary URL
• This automatically updates your sitemap
• Signals search engines to display the correct domain

If Your Built-in Domain Still Shows in Search:

1. This typically happens when your site was indexed before setting up the custom domain
2. Solution: Request a re-index through:
   • Google Search Console
   • Bing Webmaster Tools

No Custom Domain Yet?

Protect your site from being indexed with the built-in URL by:

• Setting up a site-wide password
• Maintaining this protection until you're ready to launch with a custom domain

Best Practices:

• Always set up your custom domain before launching
• Regularly monitor search results
• Use search console tools to manage indexing

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