How to Connect a Turbify Domain to Squarespace: DNS Setup Guide

How to Connect a Turbify Domain to Squarespace: DNS Setup Guide

By Michael Thompson

March 13, 2025 at 02:22 PM

Here's a concise, search-optimized guide for connecting a Turbify domain to Squarespace:

Before You Begin

  • Review third-party domain connection requirements
  • If using Turbify's website hosting, switch to a domain-only plan

Step 1: Initialize Connection in Squarespace

  1. Open Domains panel
  2. Click "Use my own domain"
  3. Enter your domain name
  4. Click "Connect Domain"
  5. Select "Turbify" from dropdown
  6. Click "Continue"
  7. Keep DNS records panel open for reference

Step 2: Access Turbify Account

  1. Log in to your Turbify account
  2. Navigate to Domains section
  3. Select your domain
  4. Click Domain in Control Panels

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

  • Host: [Copy unique verification code from Squarespace]
  • Type: CNAME
  • Points to: verify.squarespace.com

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

  • Host: * (asterisk)
  • Type: CNAME
  • Points to: ext-cust.squarespace.com

Step 5: Add A Record

  • Host: @
  • Type: A
  • Points to: 198.185.159.144

Important Notes:

  • Don't delete existing mail records
  • Keep default host records if they match guide values

Connection Timeline:

  • Allow 24-72 hours for full connection
  • Check progress in Squarespace DNS settings
  • Green "Connected" label appears when successful

Troubleshooting:

  • Use DNS checker tool if "Unable to verify domain ownership" appears
  • Contact Turbify support for account-specific issues
  • Wait full 72 hours before troubleshooting connection issues

Tips:

  • Refresh DNS records in Squarespace to check progress
  • Temporary errors are normal during the 72-hour propagation period
  • Keep existing mail records to maintain email service functionality

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