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Checklist for migrating DNS to a new host
- [ ] Prepare hosting to receive traffic from domain name
- [ ] Add all variations of domains (www, no-www, etc.)
- [ ] Set up SSL cert
- [ ] Redirect all variations to one primary domain (https?)
- [ ] Create DNS record for old site on sub-domain (e.g. oldsite.domain.com)
- [ ] Ensure MX records are pointing to appropriate destination
- [ ] Ensure any subdomains are accounted for post-migration
- [ ] Update DNS record for domain to point to new host
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