Before connecting your Strato domain to Squarespace, ensure you meet all third-party domain connection requirements.

Step 1 - Initialize Connection in Squarespace

1. Navigate to the Domains panel
2. Click "Use a domain I own"
3. Enter your domain name and click the arrow
4. Click "Connect domain"
5. Select "Other" from the dropdown
6. Click "Connect domain" again
7. Click "Continue" in the displayed message
8. Keep the DNS records panel open for reference

Step 2 - Access Strato DNS Settings

1. Log into your Strato account at www.strato.de
2. Find your domain and click "Manage domain"
3. Navigate to "DNS" then "Domain management"

Step 3 - Add First CNAME Record

1. Locate the unique verification code from Squarespace
2. In Strato's DNS settings:
   • Select CNAME as Type
   • Paste verification code in Prefix field
   • Enter verify.squarespace.com as Value
   • Set "No SPF rule"
3. Save changes

Step 4 - Add Second CNAME Record

1. In Strato's DNS settings:
   • Select CNAME as Type
   • Enter "www" in Prefix field
   • Enter ext-cust.squarespace.com as Value
   • Set "No SPF rule"
2. Save changes

Step 5 - Add A Record

1. In Strato's DNS settings:
   • Click "A Record" then "Manage"
   • Select "Your own IP Address"
   • Enter 198.185.159.144
2. Save changes

Note: Only modify existing A Records if they don't match these settings. Don't delete Mail or Email records.

Step 6 - Wait for Connection

• Allow 24-72 hours for full propagation
• Check progress in Squarespace DNS settings
• Green checkmarks indicate successful connection
• Domain will show as "Connected" when complete

Troubleshooting

If after 72 hours you see "Unable to verify domain ownership":

1. Use DNS record verification tool in Settings panel
2. Verify all CNAME and A Records are correct
3. Contact Strato support if issues persist

Expected Results:

• Domain displays as "Connected" in Domains panel
• Website loads correctly with your domain
• SSL certificate activates automatically

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