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Use a TXT record for Squarespace domain verification when CNAME isn't an option. Access your DNS settings, add the unique code from Squarespace, and allow up to 48 hours for verification. Check for a "Correct" label in Squarespace after updating.
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How to Use TXT Record for Squarespace Domain Verification
TL;DR: Key Points
- Use a TXT record for domain verification when CNAME isn't an option
- Access DNS settings in your domain provider's account
- Copy a unique code from Squarespace DNS settings for the TXT record
- Update the DNS panel and allow up to 48 hours for verification
- Check Squarespace's DNS Settings panel for a "Correct" label after verification
- Contact your domain provider if you need help
Why Use TXT Record for Domain Verification
Most people use CNAME records for domain verification in Squarespace, but sometimes you need a TXT record instead. This happens when:
- Your CNAME record won't verify your domain
- Your domain provider doesn't support CNAME records
- You can't modify CNAME records because of provider restrictions
TXT records are also useful for setting up subdomains. Before you start, make sure 48 hours have passed since your last domain changes. DNS needs time to update properly.
How to Set Up a TXT Record for Verification
Step 1: Find Your DNS Settings
Log into your domain provider's account. Look for sections called "Zone File Settings," "DNS Manager," or something similar. Can't find them? Check your provider's help docs or contact their support team.
Step 2: Create and Add a TXT Record
Once you're in your DNS settings:
- Go to your Squarespace dashboard and click "Domains"
- Click on your domain, then select "DNS"
- Find the unique code in the Host column of your Squarespace DNS settings. It's usually a string of letters and numbers that points to 'verify.squarespace.com'
- Copy this code
- Back in your domain provider's DNS settings, add a new TXT Record:
- For "Alias" or "Host Name," use
@or leave it blank - Set "Type" or "Record Type" to "TXT"
- Set "Points to" with the unique code you copied from Squarespace
- Save the record
Pixelhaze Tip: If you're editing an existing TXT record, just update the "Points to" value with the new code. Contact your domain provider's support if you're stuck.
Step 3: Check the Verification
Go back to your DNS settings in Squarespace and click "Refresh". When your TXT record is working properly, you'll see a green "Correct" label next to it. Remember, this can take up to 48 hours to process.
FAQs
How do I find DNS settings in my domain provider's account?
Log into your domain account and look for 'Zone File Settings' or 'DNS Manager'. Check your provider's help section if you can't spot them.
What if my domain provider doesn't support CNAME records?
Use a TXT record instead. Set it up in your domain's DNS settings with the values shown in your Squarespace dashboard.
How long does TXT record verification take?
Usually up to 48 hours for the TXT record to process and verify your domain.
Jargon Buster
DNS: The system that converts domain names into IP addresses that computers can understand
TXT Record: A DNS record that stores text information for your domain
Alias: In DNS settings, an alias points a domain to another domain or IP address
Points to: Where the record should direct traffic, usually to an IP address or another domain
Wrapping Up
Setting up a TXT record for domain verification works well when CNAME records don't cut it. It's a straightforward way to connect your domain to Squarespace. Follow these steps and check your Squarespace DNS settings panel after 48 hours to confirm everything's working properly.