How to Link Your Enom Domain to Squarespace: DNS Setup Guide

How to Link Your Enom Domain to Squarespace: DNS Setup Guide

By Michael Thompson

March 14, 2025 at 01:33 PM

To link an Enom domain to Squarespace, follow these simple steps:

Step 1 - Connect in Squarespace

  1. Go to Domains panel
  2. Click "Use my domain"
  3. Enter your domain name
  4. Click "Connect Domain"
  5. Select Enom from dropdown
  6. Click Continue
  7. Keep the DNS records panel open for reference

Step 2 - Access Enom Settings

  1. Log into www.enom.com
  2. Click "Registered" in Domains section
  3. Select "Host Records"

Step 3 - Add First CNAME Record

  1. Select "CNAME (Alias)" as Record Type
  2. Copy unique code from Squarespace's Host column
  3. Paste code in Host Name field
  4. Enter verify.squarespace.com in Address field

Step 4 - Add Second CNAME Record

  1. Select "CNAME (Alias)" as Record Type
  2. Enter "www" in Host Name field
  3. Type ext-cust.squarespace.com in Address field

Step 5 - Add Four A-Records Create four separate A-records with these settings:

  • Host Name: @ (none)
  • Record Type: A (Address)
  • IP Addresses (one per record):
    • 198.185.159.144
    • 198.185.159.145
    • 198.49.23.144
    • 198.49.23.145

Important Notes:

  • Don't delete Mail or Email host records
  • Save all changes
  • Wait 24-72 hours for changes to take effect
  • Monitor progress in Squarespace's DNS Settings
  • Green labels will appear as domain links successfully

Troubleshooting:

  • Use DNS checker tool if "Unable to verify domain ownership" appears
  • Contact Enom support for account-specific issues
  • Normal to see errors for up to 72 hours after setup
  • Check Squarespace's troubleshooting guide if issues persist after 72 hours

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