How to Connect an Enom Domain to Squarespace: DNS Configuration Guide

How to Connect an Enom Domain to Squarespace: DNS Configuration Guide

By Michael Thompson

March 14, 2025 at 10:31 AM

Connect Enom Domain to Squarespace Using DNS Connect

Before starting, ensure your domain meets Squarespace's third-party domain requirements.

Step 1: Start Squarespace Connection

  • Open Domains panel
  • Click "Use a Domain I Own"
  • Enter your domain name
  • Click "Connect Domain"
  • Select Enom from dropdown
  • Click "Connect Domain" and "Continue"
  • Keep the DNS records panel open for reference

Step 2: Access Enom Settings

  1. Log into www.enom.com
  2. Click "Registered" in Domains section

Squarespace dashboard main screen

Squarespace dashboard main screen

  1. Click "Host Records"

Screenshot of Squarespace website page

Screenshot of Squarespace website page

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

  • Record Type: CNAME (Alias)
  • Host Name: [unique code from Squarespace]
  • Address: verify.squarespace.com

DNS record types comparison table

DNS record types comparison table

Squarespace domain settings verification page

Squarespace domain settings verification page

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

  • Record Type: CNAME (Alias)
  • Host Name: www
  • Address: ext-cust.squarespace.com

DNS settings configuration table example

DNS settings configuration table example

Domain settings in Squarespace

Domain settings in Squarespace

Step 5: Add A Records Create four A records with host "@" pointing to:

  • 198.185.159.144
  • 198.185.159.145
  • 198.49.23.144
  • 198.49.23.145

DNS table with highlighted record

DNS table with highlighted record

DNS settings in Squarespace dashboard

DNS settings in Squarespace dashboard

Important Notes:

  • Keep Mail/Email records
  • Delete blank host records
  • Only delete "@" host if it doesn't match this guide

Step 6: Wait for Connection

  • Allow 24-72 hours for full propagation
  • Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS Settings
  • Check for green labels indicating successful connection

Troubleshooting:

  • Use DNS checker tool if "Can't verify domain ownership" appears
  • Contact Enom support for account-specific issues
  • Reference Squarespace's domain troubleshooting guide for persistent problems

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