How to Connect WordPress Domain to Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Connect WordPress Domain to Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide

By Michael Thompson

March 15, 2025 at 01:07 AM

Connect a WordPress Domain to Squarespace with DNS Records

Follow these steps to connect your WordPress domain to Squarespace while keeping it with WordPress.

Step 1: Initiate Connection in Squarespace

  1. Go to Domains panel
  2. Click "I already have a domain"
  3. Enter your domain name
  4. Click "Connect Domain"
  5. Select WordPress from dropdown
  6. Click "Connect Domain" and "Continue"
  7. Keep the DNS Settings panel open for reference

Step 2: Access WordPress DNS Settings

  1. Log into WordPress
  2. Navigate to My Site > 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 as Type
    • Paste the unique code in first field
    • Enter verify.squarespace.com in Points To field
    • Click Add New DNS Record

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

  1. In WordPress:
    • Select CNAME as Type
    • 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

Add these IP addresses one at a time:

  • 198.185.159.144
  • 198.185.159.145
  • 198.49.23.144
  • 198.49.23.145

For each:

  1. Select A as Type
  2. Leave first field empty
  3. Enter IP address in Points To field
  4. Click Add New DNS Record

Step 6: Wait for Connection

  • Allow 24-72 hours for full connection
  • Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS settings
  • Look for green labels in Current Data column
  • Connected status will show in Domains panel

Troubleshooting

If "Unable to Verify Domain Ownership" appears:

  1. Use DNS Checker tool in DNS Settings panel
  2. Verify A and CNAME records
  3. Make corrections as needed

For WordPress-specific help, contact WordPress support or consult their documentation.

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