How to Connect Your 1&1 IONOS Domain to Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Connect Your 1&1 IONOS Domain to Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide

By Michael Thompson

November 26, 2024 at 07:42 AM

Connect your 1&1 IONOS Domain to Squarespace by following these simple steps:

Step 1: Start Connection in Squarespace

  1. Open the Domains panel
  2. Click "Use my domain"
  3. Enter your full domain name
  4. Select "1&1" from the dropdown menu
  5. Click "Connect Domain"
  6. Click "Continue" when prompted

Step 2: Authorize on 1&1 IONOS

  1. Log in to your 1&1 IONOS account in the popup window
  2. Click "Connect" to confirm the authorization
  3. Wait for the success message in Squarespace
  4. Click "Continue"

Step 3: Wait for Connection

  • Allow 24-72 hours for complete domain setup
  • Monitor progress in Squarespace's DNS Settings
  • Look for a green label in "Current Data" column
  • Check for "Connected" status in Domains panel

Troubleshooting Tips:

  • Ensure you're using 1&1 IONOS default nameservers
  • Log out completely from 1&1 IONOS account
  • Try manual domain connection if auto-connect fails
  • Wait 72 hours before troubleshooting connection errors

Important Notes:

  • Review third-party domain connection requirements beforehand
  • Connection errors in the first 72 hours are normal
  • Contact 1&1 IONOS support for account-specific issues
  • Check Squarespace's troubleshooting guide for persistent problems

The domain will be fully functional once the connection process is complete, typically within 72 hours of setup.

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