
How to Connect Crazy Domains to Squarespace: DNS Setup Guide
Connection steps for connecting your Crazy Domains domain to Squarespace:
- Start the Connection in Squarespace
- Open Domains panel
- Click "Use a domain I own"
- Enter your domain name and click the arrow
- Click "Connect domain"
- Select "Other" from dropdown
- Click "Connect domain" again
- Click "Continue"
- Keep the DNS records panel open for reference
- Access Crazy Domains Settings
- Log into Crazy Domains account
- Go to Domains tab
- Click your domain
- Scroll to DNS Settings section
- Add First CNAME Record
- Type: CNAME
- Sub Domain: [Copy unique code from Squarespace]
- Alias For: verify.squarespace.com
- Add Second CNAME Record
- Type: CNAME
- Sub Domain: www
- Alias For: ext-cust.squarespace.com
- Add Four A Records Create records with these values:
- Leave Sub Domain blank
- Add these IP addresses one by one:
- 198.185.159.144
- 198.185.159.145
- 198.49.23.144
- 198.49.23.145
- Wait for Connection
- Allow 24-72 hours for full connection
- Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS Settings
- Green labels will appear as records connect
- Domain will show "Connected" when complete
Important Notes:
- Don't delete existing Mail/Email host records
- Errors are normal for up to 72 hours
- Use DNS checker tool if you see "Can't verify domain ownership"
- Contact Crazy Domains support for account-specific help
The connection is complete when you see a "Connected" label in your Squarespace Domains panel.
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