
How to Connect a Strato Domain to Squarespace: DNS Setup Guide
Before connecting your Strato domain to Squarespace, ensure you meet all third-party domain connection requirements.
Step 1 - Initialize Connection in Squarespace
- Navigate to the Domains panel
- Click "Use a domain I own"
- Enter your domain name and click the arrow
- Click "Connect domain"
- Select "Other" from the dropdown
- Click "Connect domain" again
- Click "Continue" in the displayed message
- Keep the DNS records panel open for reference
Step 2 - Access Strato DNS Settings
- Log into your Strato account at www.strato.de
- Find your domain and click "Manage domain"
- Navigate to "DNS" then "Domain management"
Step 3 - Add First CNAME Record
- Locate the unique verification code from Squarespace
- 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"
- Save changes
Step 4 - Add Second CNAME Record
- 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"
- Save changes
Step 5 - Add A Record
- In Strato's DNS settings:
- Click "A Record" then "Manage"
- Select "Your own IP Address"
- Enter 198.185.159.144
- 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":
- Use DNS record verification tool in Settings panel
- Verify all CNAME and A Records are correct
- 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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