
How to Connect WordPress Domain to Squarespace: DNS Setup Guide
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
- Open Domains panel
- Click "Use a domain I own"
- Enter your domain name and click the arrow
- Click "Connect Domain"
- Select WordPress from dropdown
- Click "Connect Domain" and "Continue"
- Keep the DNS records panel open for reference
Step 2: Access WordPress DNS Settings
- Log in to WordPress
- Navigate to My Site > Updates > Domains
- Select your domain
- Click "Edit nameservers and DNS records"
- Select "DNS Records"
Step 3: Add First CNAME Record
- In WordPress, select CNAME from Type dropdown
- Copy unique code from Squarespace's Host column
- Paste code in first field
- Enter "verify.squarespace.com" in Points to field
- Click "Add new DNS record"
Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record
- Select CNAME from Type dropdown
- Enter "www" in first field
- Enter "ext-cust.squarespace.com" in Points to field
- 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:
- Select A from Type dropdown
- Leave first field empty
- Enter IP address in Points to field
- 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:
- Use DNS record verification tool in Settings panel
- Verify all CNAME and A Records are correct
- Contact WordPress support if issues persist
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