Access your Hover account and start the transfer process by following these simple steps:

Before Starting:

• Review pricing and billing details
• Check domain transfer requirements
• Understand the transfer timeline
• Plan for custom email migration

Step-by-Step Transfer Process:

1. Login to Hover

• Visit www.hover.com
• Click Control Panel under Log In
• Select your domain

2. Prepare the Domain

• Turn off Transfer Lock in Details section
• Get authorization code by clicking Retrieve
• Verify admin contact information is correct

3. Begin Transfer in Squarespace

• Go to Domains panel
• Click "Use a Domain I Own"
• Enter domain name and authorization code
• Verify registration details
• Confirm payment information

4. Complete Transfer

• Review order details
• Accept transfer email from Hover
• Monitor transfer status in Domains panel
• Wait for confirmation (up to 15 days)

Important Notes:

• Don't modify DNS settings during transfer
• Leave MX records unchanged if using custom email
• Transfer includes 1 year domain registration renewal
• Watch for confirmation email from [email protected]

After Transfer Completion:

• Cancel Hover hosting if needed
• Set as primary domain if desired
• Enable SSL encryption
• Add Google Workspace email if needed
• Update nameservers if necessary

Troubleshooting:

• Check for locked domain status
• Verify authorization code
• Contact Hover support if transfer exceeds 15 days
• Review DNS settings after completion

The domain transfer is complete when you receive confirmation and see a green label in your Domains panel.

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