Linking your Name.com domain to Squarespace requires adding the correct DNS records. Follow these steps to properly connect your domain while keeping it registered with Name.com.

Step 1: Connect in Squarespace

• Go to Settings > Domains
• Click "Use a Domain I Own"
• Enter your domain name
• Click "Link Domain"
• Select Name.com from the dropdown
• Click "Continue"
• Keep the DNS records panel open for reference

Step 2: Access Name.com DNS Settings

• Log in to Name.com
• Go to My Domains
• Click your domain name
• Select "Manage DNS Records"

Step 3: Add DNS Template

• Click "Show DNS Templates"
• Select "Squarespace.com" from Default DNS Templates
• Records will load automatically

Step 4: Add Verification Record

• Copy the unique verification code from Squarespace
• Paste it into Name.com's Verification Key field
• Click "Update DNS Records"

Step 5: Verify DNS Records Your records should match exactly:

Host	Type	Points to
Verification Code	CNAME	verify.squarespace.com
www	CNAME	ext-cust.squarespace.com
@	A	198.185.159.144
@	A	198.185.159.145
@	A	198.49.23.144
@	A	198.49.23.145

Step 6: Wait for Propagation

• Allow 24-72 hours for changes to take effect
• Monitor progress in Squarespace's DNS Settings
• Look for green labels indicating successful linking
• Domain will show "Linked" status when complete

Troubleshooting Tips:

• Use the DNS checker tool if you see "Unable to confirm domain ownership"
• Verify all records match exactly
• Contact Name.com support for account-specific issues
• Wait full 72 hours before troubleshooting

The domain is properly linked when it appears with a "Linked" label in your Squarespace Domains panel.

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