How to use a domain you purchased on Hover for your OfferingTree site

Connect your Hover domain to your OfferingTree site by updating your domain's DNS settings. This allows you to maintain ownership of your domain and continue to renew it directly through Hover. You will continue to be responsible for paying for your domain through Hover.

Here's how:

1. Log in to Hover: Go to Hover.com and log in to your account.

2. Manage Domains: Navigate to the section for managing your domains. This is usually easily accessible after logging in.

3. Select Your Domain: Choose the domain you want to connect to OfferingTree.

4. DNS Settings: Look for a section called "DNS," "DNS Settings," "Advanced DNS," or similar.

5. Edit Records: Hover typically lists existing DNS records. You'll need to add or edit two records:

   • WWW CNAME Record:

     • If a CNAME record for "www" exists: Find it and edit it. Change the "Points to" or "Value" field.
     • If a CNAME record for "www" doesn't exist: Add a new record.
     • Type: CNAME
     • Name/Host: www
     • Points to/Value/Target: customdomains.offeringtree.com
       

   • @ A Record (for your root domain):

     • If an A record for "@" or your root domain (e.g., yourdomain.com) exists: Find it and edit it. Change the "Points to" or "Value" field.
     • If an A record for "@" or your root domain doesn't exist: Add a new record.
     • Type: A
     • Name/Host: @ (or your root domain)
     • Points to/Value/IP Address: 35.209.110.2

6. Save Changes: Save the changes you've made to the DNS records.

7. Contact OfferingTree: Email us at support@offeringtree.com to let us know you've completed these steps. We'll then finalize the connection on our end. Please allow up to 24 hours for the DNS changes to propagate.

Important Notes for Hover:

• Hover Interface: Hover generally has a clean and easy-to-use interface, but if you have any trouble finding the correct settings, consult their help documentation or contact their support.
• Propagation: After saving your DNS changes, it can take some time for them to propagate across the internet. Be patient.
• Contact OfferingTree: It's essential to contact OfferingTree after making the DNS changes so we can complete the setup.
• Support: If you have any trouble, contact Hover's customer support for assistance. They are the best resource for questions about their specific interface.
• Root Domain: The "@" symbol often represents your root domain (e.g., yourdomain.com). Some providers might use a different way to indicate the root domain, so check their documentation or contact support if you're not sure. They might recommend setting up a redirect for the root domain to the www subdomain.

Reference: https://help.hover.com/hc/en-us/articles/217282457-Managing-DNS-records-#h_43dbccfb-a3d3-408b-bd6a-204dab1616cb