Moving your domain from Hover to Squarespace allows you to manage all domain settings and billing in one place. Here's a comprehensive guide to complete the transfer.

Before Starting:

• Check pricing and payment details
• Review domain transfer requirements
• Consider optimal timing
• Plan for custom email transfer

Step 1: Sign in to Hover

1. Visit www.hover.com
2. Click Control Panel in the Sign In menu
3. Log in and select your domain

Step 2: Unlock Your Domain

• Find the Transfer Lock switch under Details
• Turn off the Transfer Lock if enabled

Step 3: Get Authorization Code

• Click Retrieve next to Authorization Code
• Copy and save the code for later use

Step 4: Verify Contact Information

• Check administrator details under Registration Records
• Update email address if needed
• Click Save Changes after any modifications

Step 5: Initiate Transfer in Squarespace

1. Open Domains menu
2. Click Use a Domain You Own
3. Enter your domain name
4. Select Transfer Domain
5. Enter the authorization code
6. Click Save and Continue

Step 6: Review Registration Details

• Verify all contact information
• Update WHOIS entries if necessary
• Complete all required fields
• Click Save and Continue

Step 7: Confirm Payment Information

• Review payment method
• Enter new card details if in trial period
• Click Save and Continue

Step 8: Complete Purchase

• Review transfer details
• Check final cost (includes one-year registration)
• Verify new expiration date
• Click Confirm and Complete Purchase

Step 9: Approve Transfer

• Watch for approval email from Hover
• Click approval link or wait 5 days for auto-approval

Step 10: Monitor Transfer Status

• Check Domains menu for progress
• Click Update Status for current information
• Address any error messages

Step 11: Review DNS Settings (Optional)

• Access DNS settings through Domain Settings
• Manage existing records
• Add new records if needed
• Don't modify MX records if using custom email

Step 12: Wait for Completion

• Transfer typically takes up to 15 days
• Avoid DNS changes during transfer
• Watch for confirmation email
• Domain shows green when complete

Post-Transfer Steps:

1. Cancel Hover hosting plan
2. Set as primary domain if desired
3. Configure SSL
4. Add custom email if needed
5. Review domain billing

Common Issues:

• Domain still locked
• Invalid authorization code
• Incorrect registration information
• Rejected transfer

The process is complete when you receive a confirmation email from [email protected] and your domain appears green in the Domains menu.

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