Connect WordPress Domain to Squarespace Using DNS Connect

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

Step 1: Connect Domain in Squarespace

1. Open 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" and "Continue"
7. Keep the DNS records panel open for reference

Step 2: Access WordPress DNS Settings

1. Log in to WordPress
2. Navigate to My Site > Updates > Domains
3. Select your domain
4. Click "Edit nameservers and DNS records"
5. Select "DNS Records"

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

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

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

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

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

• 198.185.159.144
• 198.185.159.145
• 198.49.23.144
• 198.49.23.145

For each A record:

1. Select A from Type dropdown
2. Leave first field empty
3. Enter IP address in Points to field
4. Click "Add new DNS record"

Connection Time and Verification

• Allow 24-72 hours for connection
• Check progress in Squarespace DNS settings
• Green checkmarks indicate successful connection
• Domain will show as "Connected" when complete

Troubleshooting If "Unable to verify domain ownership" appears after 72 hours:

1. Use DNS record verification tool in Settings panel
2. Verify all CNAME and A Records are correct
3. Contact WordPress support if issues persist

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