To transfer your Hover domain to Squarespace, follow these essential steps:

Before Starting:

• Verify domain transfer requirements
• Check pricing and billing details
• Consider timing and custom email addresses

Step 1: Access Hover Account

1. Go to www.hover.com
2. Click Sign In > Control Panel
3. Select your domain

Step 2: Prepare Domain

1. Disable Transfer Lock
2. Get authorization code from Hover
3. Verify admin contact information is correct

Step 3: Initiate Transfer in Squarespace

1. Open Domains panel
2. Click "Use Your Domain"
3. Enter domain name
4. Click "Transfer Domain"
5. Enter authorization code

Step 4: Complete Registration

1. Review contact information
2. Verify email address
3. Update payment details
4. Confirm purchase (includes one-year registration fee)

Step 5: Approve Transfer

• Check admin email for transfer approval link
• Transfer auto-approves in 5 days if not manually approved

Step 6: Monitor Transfer

1. Check transfer status in Domains panel
2. Address any error messages:
   • "Domain is Locked": Unlock in Hover
   • "Authorization Code Required": Re-enter correct code

Important Notes:

• Transfer typically takes 5-15 days
• Don't modify DNS settings during transfer
• Keep existing MX records if using custom email
• Wait for transfer completion email from [email protected]

After Transfer:

1. Cancel Hover hosting (if desired)
2. Set as primary domain
3. Configure www prefix
4. Enable SSL
5. Set up email addresses
6. Manage domain settings in Squarespace

Troubleshooting:

• Contact Hover support for transfer issues
• Consider connecting domain instead of transferring
• Can cancel pending transfers if needed
• May delete failed transfers to restart process

Keep domain locked and authorization code secure until ready to transfer. Maintain existing DNS settings during transfer to avoid service interruptions.

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