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

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

By Michael Turner

March 15, 2025 at 03:48 AM

Connect your Crazy Domains domain to Squarespace by following these steps:

Step 1: Start Connection in Squarespace

  1. Open Domains panel
  2. Click "Use a domain I own"
  3. Enter your domain name and click the arrow
  4. Click "Connect domain"
  5. Select "Other" from dropdown
  6. Click "Connect domain" again
  7. Click "Continue"

Step 2: Access Crazy Domains Settings

  1. Log into www.crazydomains.com
  2. Click "Visit My Account"
  3. Select "Domains" tab
  4. Click your domain
  5. Scroll to DNS Settings section

Step 3: Add First CNAME Record

  • Host: [unique code from Squarespace]
  • 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 pointing to 198.185.159.144
  • A record pointing to 198.185.159.145
  • A record pointing to 198.49.23.144
  • A record pointing to 198.49.23.145

Step 6: Wait for Connection

  • Allow 24-72 hours for full propagation
  • Monitor progress in Squarespace DNS Settings
  • Green labels will appear as records connect
  • Domain will show "Connected" when complete

Troubleshooting Tips:

  • Use DNS checker tool if you see "Can't verify domain ownership"
  • Errors are normal during the first 72 hours
  • Don't delete existing Mail or Email records
  • Keep your Squarespace DNS Settings panel open for reference

Note: If you need additional help, contact Crazy Domains support for account-specific questions or consult their documentation.

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