How to Link a Turbify Domain to Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Link a Turbify Domain to Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide

By Michael Chen

March 13, 2025 at 02:22 PM

Learn how to link your Turbify domain to Squarespace by following these simple steps:

Before Starting:

  • Review Squarespace's third-party domain connection requirements
  • If you have website hosting with Turbify, switch to a domain-only plan first

Step 1: Connect in Squarespace

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

Step 2: Access Turbify

  1. Log in to your Turbify account
  2. Find your domain in the Domains section
  3. Click "Domain" in Control Panels

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

  • Host: [unique verification code]
  • Type: CNAME
  • Points to: verify.squarespace.com

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

  • Host: * (asterisk)
  • Type: CNAME
  • Points to: ext-cust.squarespace.com

Step 5: Add A-Record

  • Host: @
  • Type: A
  • Points to: 198.185.159.144

Important Notes:

  • Don't delete any Mail or Email host records
  • Keep existing email-related records intact
  • Remove any empty host records only if they don't match this guide

Wait Time and Verification:

  • Allow 24-72 hours for changes to take effect
  • Monitor progress in Squarespace's DNS Settings
  • Look for green labels in the Current Data column
  • Domain will show "Linked" when properly connected

Troubleshooting:

  • Use the DNS checker tool if you see "Could not confirm domain ownership"
  • Verify all CNAME and A-records are correct
  • Contact Turbify support for account-specific issues

The domain is successfully linked when it appears with a "Linked" label in your Squarespace Domains panel.

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