Report: How to Set Up Custom Email Addresses in Squarespace

Report: How to Set Up Custom Email Addresses in Squarespace

By Michael Chen

November 21, 2024 at 06:36 PM

Custom email addresses can be set up to match your domain when using Squarespace. For example, if your domain is www.sampledomain.com, you can create email addresses like [email protected].

Two main options are available for email setup:

  1. New Email Setup
  • Use Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) integration
  • Billing managed through Squarespace
  • Access to Google's email, calendar, and document services
  1. Existing Email Address
  • Continue using your current custom email address
  • Works with both Squarespace and third-party domains
  • Maintain existing email hosting when connecting domains

Important Notes:

  • Squarespace doesn't host email services
  • Email is always hosted externally
  • Site hosting, domain hosting, and email hosting are separate services

Hosting Structure:

  • Site: Always hosted by Squarespace
  • Custom Domain: Either Squarespace or third-party provider
  • Email: Always third-party (Google Workspace or other provider)

Sending Emails Successfully:

  • Add DKIM records to prevent spam filtering
  • For Google Workspace users, follow Google's DKIM and SPF documentation
  • Other email providers require their specific DKIM/SPF setup

Remember that connecting a domain to Squarespace won't affect existing email hosting. If using a Squarespace domain with third-party email service, you can maintain this by updating MX records.

For optimal email delivery and avoiding spam filters, ensure proper DKIM and SPF record setup through your email provider.

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