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To connect your Register.com domain to Squarespace, start in the Squarespace Domains panel, update DNS settings in Register.com with provided CNAME and A records, and wait 24-48 hours for the connection to activate. Check the connection status and contact support if needed.
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Link Your Register.com Domain to Squarespace
TL;DR: Key Points
- Start the connection process in Squarespace's Domains panel
- Log into Register.com to update your DNS settings
- Add the CNAME and A records exactly as shown in Squarespace
- Wait up to 48 hours for the connection to go live
- Check the connection status in Squarespace and use their DNS checker if something goes wrong
- Contact Register.com support if you get stuck
Step-by-Step Domain Connection
Step 1: Start the Connection in Squarespace
- Open Squarespace and go to the Domains panel
- Click 'Use a domain I own'
- Type in your Register.com domain name and click the arrow
- Choose 'Connect domain'
- Select Register.com from the dropdown and continue
- Write down the DNS records that appear (you'll need these next)
Step 2: Update Your Register.com Settings
- Log into your Register.com account
- Go to 'Domain Names', select your domain, then click 'Advanced Tools'
- Choose 'Manage' next to Advanced DNS Records
- Get ready to add the DNS records from Squarespace
Step 3: Add the DNS Records
CNAME Records:
- Add a CNAME with the verification code from Squarespace pointing to verify.squarespace.com
- Add another CNAME using 'www' pointing to ext-cust.squarespace.com
A Records:
- Add the four IP addresses from Squarespace's DNS panel as A records for your domain
Step 4: Save and Wait
Once you've added all the records:
- Save your changes
- Wait 24-48 hours for everything to connect properly
- Check the connection status in your Squarespace Domains panel
Important: Double-check every DNS record you enter. One typo can stop your domain from connecting and you'll spend ages trying to work out what went wrong.
Common Questions
What happens if my domain disconnects after 15 days?
Just go through the connection steps again to link it back up.
How long before my domain starts working?
Usually 24-48 hours. Make sure there are no errors before assuming it's all set up correctly.
Should I transfer my domain to Squarespace instead?
If you can, transferring might be easier. It keeps everything in one place and can make managing your site simpler.
Technical Terms Explained
- DNS (Domain Name System): The internet's address book that converts domain names into IP addresses
- CNAME (Canonical Name): A DNS record that creates an alias for your domain name
- A Records (Address Records): DNS records that point your domain to specific IP addresses
- TTL (Time to Live): How long a DNS record stays valid before it needs updating
- IP Address: The unique number assigned to each device on the internet
Final Thoughts
Following these steps should get your Register.com domain connected to Squarespace without any issues. The key is being patient (DNS changes take time) and checking your settings carefully. If something goes wrong, both Register.com and Squarespace have good support teams who can help sort things out.