Follow these step-by-step instructions to connect your OVHcloud domain to Squarespace using DNS Connect.

Before Starting:

• Review Squarespace's third-party domain requirements
• Consider transferring your domain instead of connecting if eligible

Step 1: Initiate Connection in Squarespace

1. Open Domains panel
2. Click "Use a domain you own"
3. Enter your domain name
4. Click "Connect domain"
5. Select "Other" from dropdown
6. Click "Connect domain" again
7. Click "Continue" in the popup message

Step 2: Access OVH DNS Settings

1. Log in to OVH website
2. Click "Web Cloud" in navigation
3. Select your domain under Domains section
4. Click "DNS Zone" then "Add an entry"

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

1. Copy unique verification code from Squarespace
2. In OVH, create CNAME record:
   • Subdomain: www
   • Target: verify.squarespace.com.
   • Keep default TTL

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

1. Create another CNAME record:
   • Subdomain: www
   • Target: ext-cust.squarespace.com.
   • Keep default TTL

Step 5: Add Four A Records Create A records with these IP addresses:

• 198.185.159.144.
• 198.185.159.145.
• 198.49.23.144.
• 198.49.23.145.

For each A record:

• Leave Subdomain field empty
• Add period after IP address
• Keep default TTL

Important Notes:

• Don't remove existing mail/email records
• Keep @ records as specified
• Connection takes 24-72 hours to complete
• Monitor connection progress in Squarespace DNS Settings

Troubleshooting:

• Use DNS verification tool if you see "Cannot verify domain ownership"
• Contact OVH support for account-specific issues
• Wait full 72 hours before troubleshooting connection issues

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