How to Connect a Crazy Domain to Your Squarespace Site: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Connect a Crazy Domain to Your Squarespace Site: Step-by-Step Guide

By Michael Turner

March 15, 2025 at 05:07 AM

How to Connect a Crazy Domain to Squarespace

Connect your Crazy Domains domain to Squarespace using these simple steps:

Step 1: Start Connection in Squarespace

  1. Open Domains panel
  2. Click "Use your own domain"
  3. Enter your domain name
  4. Click "Connect Domain"
  5. Select "Other"
  6. Click "Continue"

Step 2: Access Crazy Domains

  1. Log in to www.crazydomains.com
  2. Go to Domains tab
  3. Select your domain
  4. Scroll to DNS Settings

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

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

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

  • Host: www
  • Type: CNAME
  • Points to: ext-cust.squarespace.com

Step 5: Add Four A Records Create these records with @ as host:

  • A record: 198.185.159.144
  • A record: 198.185.159.145
  • A record: 198.49.23.144
  • A record: 198.49.23.145

Step 6: Wait for Connection

  • Allow 24-72 hours for changes to take effect
  • Check progress in Squarespace DNS Settings
  • Click "Refresh Records" to verify connection
  • Look for green "Connected" label

Troubleshooting Tips:

  • Use DNS checker tool if you see "Cannot verify domain ownership"
  • Contact Crazy Domains support for account-specific issues
  • Wait full 72 hours before assuming connection issues

Important Notes:

  • Don't remove existing Mail host records
  • Keep Squarespace DNS Settings panel open for reference
  • Errors are normal during the 72-hour propagation period

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