Connect your Enom domain to Squarespace by following these simple DNS connection steps:

Step 1: Start the Squarespace Connection

• Open Domains panel
• Click "Use a domain you own"
• Enter your domain name
• Click "Connect Domain"
• Select Enom from dropdown
• Click Continue and keep the panel open

Step 2: Access Enom DNS Settings

• Log into www.enom.com
• Click "Registered" in Domains section

• Click "Host Records"

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

• Record Type: CNAME (Alias)
• Hostname: [Copy unique code from Squarespace]
• Value: verify.squarespace.com

Step 4: Add Second CNAME Record

• Record Type: CNAME (Alias)
• Hostname: www
• Value: ext-cust.squarespace.com

Step 5: Add Four A Records

• Record Type: A (Address)
• Hostname: @ (none)
• Values (add one record for each):
  • 198.185.159.144
  • 198.185.159.145
  • 198.49.23.144
  • 198.49.23.145

Important Notes:

• Keep Mail/Email records intact
• Delete @ host only if it doesn't match this guide
• Remove "Empty" host records
• Click Save after all changes

Step 6: Wait for Connection

• Allow 24-72 hours for full propagation
• Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS settings
• Check for green labels indicating successful connection

Troubleshooting:

• Use DNS verification tool if domain shows "Domain ownership cannot be verified"
• Contact Enom support for account-specific issues
• Review Squarespace's troubleshooting guide if problems persist after 72 hours

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