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How to Link Your Name.com Domain to Squarespace
Learn to connect your Name.com domain with your Squarespace site without the hassle.
TL;DR: Key Points
- Check if your domain can connect and consider transferring instead
- Start the connection from Squarespace's Domains panel
- Use Name.com's DNS template for Squarespace to add the required records
- Add your verification key to secure the connection
- Double-check all DNS settings are correct
- Wait up to 48 hours for the domain to fully connect
Step 1: Start the Domain Connection
First, check your domain meets Squarespace's requirements for third-party connections. If it does, head to the Domains panel in your Squarespace dashboard:
- Click 'Use a domain I own'
- Type your full domain name and click the arrow
- Choose 'name.com' from the list, then click 'Connect domain'
- If your domain is already connected to another Squarespace site, you'll need to disconnect it first
Step 2: Log Into Name.com
- Open a new tab and go to Name.com
- Sign into your account and select your domain
- Click 'Manage DNS Records' to access the DNS settings
Step 3: Add the DNS Template
- Click 'Show DNS Templates' to see the available options
- Select the Squarespace DNS template (this loads all the necessary records automatically)
Step 4: Add Your Verification Key
- Copy the unique code from Squarespace's DNS settings
- In your Name.com DNS settings, paste this code into the Verification Key field
- Save your changes by updating the DNS records
Step 5: Check Your DNS Records
Double-check everything is correct in your Name.com domain settings:
- Your domain should now have specific records pointing to Squarespace IPs and verification websites
- Fix any mistakes, especially if you had existing records that might conflict
Step 6: Wait for Connection
- After adding the DNS records, it takes 24-48 hours for the domain to connect fully
- Check the progress in Squarespace's DNS Settings
- If you still see errors after 48 hours, use Squarespace's troubleshooting guide
Pixelhaze Tip: Copy the DNS records from Squarespace exactly as they appear in your Name.com settings. One typo can delay or break the connection completely.
FAQs
What if my domain is linked to another Squarespace site?
Check your existing Squarespace sites and disconnect the domain from the old site before connecting it to the new one.
How long does the domain connection take?
Usually 24-48 hours for your Name.com domain to fully connect to your Squarespace website.
What should I do if I see errors after 48 hours?
Use the DNS checker in Squarespace's DNS Settings to find and fix any problems with your CNAME and A records. You can also contact Name.com support for help.
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DNS Records: Settings in your domain provider that tell internet traffic where to go. They're essential for connecting your domain to Squarespace.
CNAME: A type of DNS record that links a subdomain to a domain, needed for verifying your domain with Squarespace.
A Record: Points a domain or subdomain to an IP address, connecting your domain to Squarespace servers.
Verification Key: A security code from Squarespace that confirms you own the domain during setup.
DNS Template: Ready-made settings from Name.com for easy domain connection to platforms like Squarespace.
Wrapping Up
Connecting your Name.com domain to Squarespace makes managing your website much simpler. Follow this guide step by step, and even if you're new to domain management, you should get everything working smoothly. The key things to remember: copy those DNS records exactly, and give it time to connect properly.