Link Your Hover Domain with Squarespace
TL;DR:
- Your domain stays with Hover but connects to your Squarespace site
- Start the connection process in Squarespace's Domains panel
- Add the DNS settings from Squarespace into your Hover account
- Use the verification code from Squarespace to confirm the domain
- Full connection takes 24-48 hours to complete
Starting the Domain Connection
To connect your Hover domain to Squarespace, head to your Squarespace account and select Domains. Choose Use a domain I own and type your domain name into the field. Click the arrow to move forward.
If you get a message saying your domain is linked elsewhere, disconnect it first before continuing. Select Hover from the service menu, then Connect domain and click Continue.
The next screen shows the DNS settings you'll need to add in your Hover account.
Setting Up DNS in Hover
Open a new browser tab and log into your Hover account. Select your domain and click the Squarespace logo under Connect.
Now you need to verify your domain. Copy the verification value (it's a string of letters and numbers) from the Host column in Squarespace's DNS settings. In Hover, add this as a CNAME record pointing to verify.squarespace.com.
Double-check that verification code before saving. Getting it wrong will slow down the whole process.
Waiting for Everything to Connect
After updating the settings, your domain needs 24 to 48 hours to start working with Squarespace. You can check progress by refreshing the DNS records in Squarespace.
The labels in Squarespace will turn green as each setting connects successfully. Once everything's working, you'll see a 'Connected' status.
FAQs
Can I transfer my domain directly to Squarespace instead?
Yes, if your domain is eligible for transfer, that's usually the better option. Squarespace has guides that walk you through the transfer process.
What happens if my domain disconnects after 15 days?
You might need to reverify your domain in Hover using the verification value from Squarespace again.
How do I know when my domain is fully connected?
It typically takes up to 48 hours. You can monitor progress by refreshing the DNS Settings in Squarespace's domain panel.
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DNS Settings: Configurations that tell your domain name where to find your website and email services.
CNAME: A type of DNS record that links subdomains to other domains. Used here to verify your domain connection.
Verification Value: A unique code from Squarespace that proves you own the domain when added to your Hover account.
Wrap-up
Connecting your Hover domain to Squarespace is straightforward, but you need to get the DNS settings and verification code right. The 24-48 hour waiting period is normal, so don't worry if things don't work immediately. If problems persist beyond 48 hours, double-check your settings or contact support.
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