Is it possible to switch my domain from Squarespace to Webflow?
TL;DR
- Identify your domain registrar via Squarespace's domain settings.
- Add your domain in Webflow under Project Settings → Hosting → Custom Domains.
- Update DNS records: set A records to 75.2.70.75 and 99.83.190.102, and point the CNAME for "www" to proxy-ssl.webflow.com.
- In Webflow, publish the site, set "www" as default, and enable SSL.
- Wait for DNS propagation, which may take up to 48 hours.
Yes, you can switch your domain from Squarespace to Webflow by updating your domain’s DNS settings to point to Webflow’s servers. The domain name itself stays with your domain registrar—Squarespace or an external registrar like GoDaddy or Google Domains.
1. Determine Your Domain Registrar
- Go to Squarespace → Settings → Domains to see if your domain was purchased through Squarespace or connected from a third-party registrar.
- If it’s a Squarespace-registered domain, you’ll manage DNS directly in Squarespace.
- If it's from a third-party registrar (e.g., Namecheap, Google Domains), you'll update DNS settings on that platform.
2. Add Domain to Webflow
- In Webflow, go to Project Settings → Hosting → Custom Domains.
- Add both versions of your domain:
yourdomain.comandwww.yourdomain.com.
3. Update DNS Records
- To connect a custom domain to Webflow, use the following settings:
- A Records: Point to (a) 75.2.70.75 and (b) 99.83.190.102
- CNAME Record: For
www, point to proxy-ssl.webflow.com - In Squarespace:
- Go to Settings → Domains → [Select Domain] → DNS settings
- Remove existing A and CNAME records related to Squarespace.
- Add Webflow’s A and CNAME records.
- If your domain is on a third-party platform, update the DNS records via their DNS editor.
4. Set Default Domain & Enable SSL
- Back in Webflow’s hosting settings:
- Publish to your custom domain.
- Set the "www" version as your default to avoid naked domain issues.
- Enable SSL, which is typically auto-configured by Webflow.
5. Wait for DNS Propagation
- DNS changes may take up to 48 hours to fully propagate, though it usually happens faster.
- You can use tools like whatsmydns.net to check the propagation status.
Summary
To switch your domain from Squarespace to Webflow, update your DNS records to match Webflow’s hosting configuration. Be sure to manage DNS either in Squarespace (if your domain is registered there) or in your registrar’s portal, and configure your domain settings in Webflow’s hosting panel before publishing.