Why is my SSL still pending after setting A and CNAME records?

Topic summary

  • Core issue: After pointing a Squarespace-managed domain to Shopify using A and CNAME records, Shopify’s SSL status remains “Pending” beyond the expected 48-hour window.

  • Timeline/status: Changes were made around Feb 16; approximately 4 days have passed. Squarespace reports the SSL certificate as issued and DNS (A and CNAME) configured correctly, but Shopify still shows “Pending.”

  • Technical context: A and CNAME are DNS records that route the domain to the target service; SSL certificates enable HTTPS encryption. Extended “pending” states can occur during propagation or configuration mismatches, though the user states records are correct.

  • Outcome: No resolution or guidance provided in the thread. The issue is urgent and remains unresolved. Domain referenced: sazonbombs.com.

Summarized with AI on January 4. AI used: gpt-5.

Hey guys , i have a domain from squarespace . I set the A & CNAME record to the right coordinates. My shop has been SSL pending since feb 16th just about 4 days tonight. Everything seems fine and squarespace says the domain has a issued SSL certificate. But on the shopify end im over the 48hr wait time. Im trying to get this fixed ASAP.

Everything seems fine on the squarspace end. A and Cname reports are good . Sqaurespace says SSL certificate is issued. Shopify still says pending. sazonbombs.com