How Do I Set Up Mx Records With Squarespace?

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How Do I Set Up Mx Records With Squarespace?

If you're using a third-party email service like Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) or Zoho Mail with your Squarespace website, you'll need to configure the MX (Mail Exchange) records for your domain. MX records tell email servers where to route messages sent to your domain.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to set up MX records for your Squarespace domain:

Option 1: Use Preset MX Records
If you're using Google Workspace or Zoho Mail, Squarespace offers preset MX record configurations that you can easily apply:

1. Log into your Squarespace dashboard and go to the Domains section.

2. Click on the domain you want to configure.

3. If you're using Google Workspace, the preset MX records will be automatically added when you set up your Google Workspace account through Squarespace.

4. If you're using Zoho Mail, you can add the preset MX records when linking your Zoho Mail account to your Squarespace domain.

Quick Fix

Option 2: Add Custom MX Records Manually

If you're using a different email provider, or if you need to manually add or modify the MX records, follow these steps:

1. Log into your Squarespace dashboard and go to the Domains section.

2. Click on the domain you want to configure.

3. Scroll down to the Custom Records section and click Add Record.

4. In the Type dropdown, select MX.

5. In the Host field, enter @ (the at symbol).

6. In the Priority field, enter the priority number provided by your email provider (usually a number between 0-255, with lower numbers indicating higher priority).

7. In the Data field, enter the mail server hostname or IP address provided by your email provider.

8. Click Save to add the MX record.

Verify and Test Your MX Records
After adding or updating your MX records, it's important to verify that they are configured correctly. You can use online tools like MX Toolbox or Google's Email Diagnostics to check the status of your MX records.

Additionally, you can test your email setup by sending a test message to an email address associated with your Squarespace domain. Make sure you can receive the message successfully.

It's worth noting that changes to DNS records, including MX records, can take up to 48 hours to fully propagate across the internet. Be patient and allow time for the changes to take effect.

By following these steps, you can easily set up the necessary MX records to connect your Squarespace domain with your preferred email service provider, ensuring your website's email functionality is properly configured.