How to Connect Crazy Domains to Your Squarespace Site: Complete Guide

How to Connect Crazy Domains to Your Squarespace Site: Complete Guide

By Michael Thompson

March 15, 2025 at 03:49 AM

Connect your Crazy Domains domain to Squarespace in 6 simple steps. Keep the Squarespace DNS Settings panel open for reference throughout this process.

Step 1: Start the Connection in Squarespace

  1. Open the Domains panel
  2. Click "I already have a domain"
  3. Enter your domain name and click the arrow
  4. Click "Connect Domain"
  5. Select "Other" from the dropdown menu
  6. Click "Connect Domain" and "Continue"

Step 2: Access Crazy Domains Settings

  1. Log in to www.crazydomains.com
  2. Click "View My Account"
  3. Select "Domains" tab
  4. Choose your domain
  5. Scroll to "DNS Settings"

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

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

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

  • Host: www
  • Type: CNAME
  • Points to: ext-cust.squarespace.com

Step 5: Add Four A Records Add the following A records with empty subdomains:

  • 198.185.159.144
  • 198.185.159.145
  • 198.49.23.144
  • 198.49.23.145

Note: Don't delete existing mail/email records as they control your email service.

Step 6: Wait for Connection

  • Allow 24-72 hours for full connection
  • Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS settings
  • Green labels will appear as records connect
  • Final status will show as "Connected"

Troubleshooting If you see "Unable to verify domain ownership":

  1. Use the DNS checker tool in DNS Settings panel
  2. Verify all A and CNAME records are correct
  3. Contact Crazy Domains support if issues persist

Remember: Keep existing mail/email records intact to maintain email service functionality.

For additional help, contact Crazy Domains support or consult their documentation.

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