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Squarespace Domains DNS Setup Guide

Configure MX and SPF records for domains managed directly through Squarespace.

Note: This guide applies to domains registered with Squarespace (including migrated Google Domains).

Goal

Add MX records pointing to mx1.kachaw.com (priority 10) and mx2.kachaw.com (priority 20), plus an SPF TXT record.

Step 1: Access DNS Settings

  1. Log in to Squarespace Account Dashboard
  2. Under "Domains", select your domain :cite[7]
  3. Click "DNS" in the left menu :cite[7]

Tip: For migrated Google Domains, ensure you're using Squarespace's interface (not legacy Google Domains).

Step 2: Add MX Records

Primary MX Record:

  1. Scroll to "Custom Records" and click "Add Record" :cite[5]:cite[7]
  2. Select "MX" from the dropdown
  3. Enter these values:
    • Host: @ (for root domain) :cite[4]
    • Mail Server: mx1.kachaw.com
    • Priority: 10
    • TTL: 3600 (default) :cite[4]
  4. Click "Save"

Secondary MX Record:

  1. Repeat the "Add Record" process
  2. Use these values:
    • Host: @
    • Mail Server: mx2.kachaw.com
    • Priority: 20
  3. Click "Save"

Step 3: Add SPF TXT Record

  1. Click "Add Record" again
  2. Select "TXT" from the dropdown :cite[4]:cite[8]
  3. Enter:
    • Host: @
    • Text: "v=spf1 a:spf.kachaw.com ~all" :cite[8]
  4. Click "Save"

Important: Squarespace may auto-add quotes around TXT values. If verification fails, check for duplicate quotes :cite[4].

Step 4: Verify Changes

  • Records appear immediately in your dashboard but may take 24-48 hours to propagate globally :cite[4]:cite[8]
  • Verify using:

Troubleshooting

  • Records not saving? Check for conflicting records (delete duplicates first) :cite[5]
  • Propagation delays? Clear DNS cache or test via dig TXT yourdomain.com @8.8.8.8
  • Migration issues? Contact Squarespace Support :cite[1]

Key Differences from Google Domains

  • Interface: Simplified record management under "Custom Records" :cite[5]
  • Propagation: Typically faster than legacy Google Domains
  • DNSSEC: Configured separately under "Advanced DNS" :cite[7]
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