Start by connecting your WordPress domain to Squarespace using DNS Connect. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Start the Squarespace Connection

1. Go to Domains panel
2. Click "Use a domain I own"
3. Enter your domain name and click the arrow
4. Click "Connect domain"
5. Select WordPress from dropdown
6. Click "Connect domain" again
7. Click "Continue"

Step 2: Access WordPress DNS Settings

1. Log into WordPress
2. Navigate to My Site > Upgrades > Domains
3. Select your domain
4. Click "Change your name servers & DNS records"
5. Click "DNS records"

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

1. Copy the unique code from Squarespace's Host column
2. In WordPress, select CNAME from Type dropdown
3. Paste the unique code in the first field
4. Enter "verify.squarespace.com" in Alias Of field
5. Click "Add new DNS record"

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

1. Select CNAME from Type dropdown
2. Enter "www" in the first field
3. Enter "ext-cust.squarespace.com" in Alias Of field
4. Click "Add new DNS record"

Step 5: Add Four A Records Create separate A records for each IP address:

• 198.185.159.144
• 198.185.159.145
• 198.49.23.144
• 198.49.23.145

For each record:

1. Select A from Type dropdown
2. Leave first field blank
3. Enter IP address in Alias Of field
4. Click "Add new DNS record"

Wait 24-72 hours for the connection to complete. Monitor progress in your Squarespace DNS Settings by clicking "Refresh records." Green labels indicate successful connections.

Troubleshooting:

• Use the DNS checker tool if you see "Can't verify domain ownership"
• Wait full 72 hours before assuming there's an error
• Contact WordPress support for account-specific issues
• Check Squarespace's troubleshooting guide for connection problems

Note: During the connection period, temporary errors are normal. If issues persist after 72 hours, review your DNS settings or contact support.

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