How to Connect Your Turbify Domain to Squarespace: DNS Setup Guide

How to Connect Your Turbify Domain to Squarespace: DNS Setup Guide

By Michael Thompson

March 13, 2025 at 06:39 AM

Connect your Turbify domain to your Squarespace site quickly and easily by following these essential steps:

Step 1: Start the Connection in Squarespace

  1. Open the Domains panel and click "Use a domain you own"
  2. Enter your domain name and click the arrow
  3. Click "Connect domain"
  4. Select Turbify from the dropdown
  5. Click "Connect domain" and "Continue"

Step 2: Access Turbify

  1. Log in to your Turbify account
  2. Navigate to the Domains section
  3. Find your domain and click "Domain" under Control Panels

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

  • Host: [unique code from Squarespace]
  • Type: CNAME
  • Points to: verify.squarespace.com

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

  • Host: * (asterisk)
  • Type: CNAME
  • Points to: ext-cust.squarespace.com

Step 5: Add A Record

Create one A record with these settings:

  • Host: @
  • Type: A
  • Points to: 198.185.159.144

Important Notes:

  • Don't delete any existing Mail or Email records
  • Connection can take 24-72 hours to complete
  • Monitor progress in Squarespace's DNS Settings panel
  • Use the DNS checker tool if you see "Domain ownership cannot be verified"

Requirements:

  • Your Turbify plan should be domain-only
  • Review third-party domain connection requirements before starting

If you need help, contact Turbify's Customer Support or consult their documentation for additional assistance.

Tips:

  • Keep the Squarespace DNS Settings panel open for reference
  • Wait full 72 hours before troubleshooting
  • Verify all records match exactly as specified
  • Check for green labels in DNS Settings to confirm proper connection

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