Wondering what to expect from your Amplify Websites Upgrade? We've got you covered!
Pro-Tip: Check out our Pre-Upgrade Checklist to get ready for your Amplify Websites Upgrade in advance.
Can I get started with the new tool before the upgrade?
No, the upgrade will create your account for you as well as move all your users, sermons, events, and forms. Creating a trial site would negatively impact your upgrade experience.
Will our website be down during this upgrade?
No. Your website will remain live and accessible during the upgrade. However, to access the admin/editor or make changes after the upgrade, you will need to login to your new Amplify Website and update your DNS prior publishing any changes.
What will be moved?
Sermons, Media, Events, Forms, Users and all site content like images, text, etc. will be automatically moved over into your new site with your current theme!
Will anything not be moved?
Billing, Image Editor and the Beta Media Library will remain accessible only in the Clover site login.
Will my billing change?
No. This upgrade will not impact or change the billing for your website. You will still maintain your billing login in Clover. If you choose to add additional Amplify modules, your billing will be moved to Amplify at that time.
Where will I login to edit my new Amplify site?
Check out the video below to walk you through the login experience!
Will all my users be moved over?
Yes. All current users in Clover will receive an email invite from no_reply@myamplify.io inviting them to the Amplify Web account. They must accept this invitation, validate and finish their user creation prior to attempting to login. All users will be upgraded to have the right to edit and publish in Amplify Web.
Account Owners from Clover will be set up as Amplify Organizational owners. Organizational owners have the ability to add and edit user and start trial accounts of our other Amplify modules. Permissions can be adjusted or reset in Amplify Websites for each user if necessary.
How will other admins login?
All current users in Clover will receive an email invite from no_reply@myamplify.io inviting them to the Amplify Web account. They must accept this invitation, validate and finish their user creation prior to attempting to login.
Why is Clover being upgraded?
CloverSites 3 was released a decade ago and has served over 10,000+ churches and ministries. As you can imagine website technology has changed and accelerated. Which is why we’ve been working on Ministry Brands Amplify websites. This new platform takes the best of CloverSites 3 and advances it even further. We’ve maintained the concept of beautiful designs and easy to use tools, while at the same time enhancing the experience and developing deeper integrations with existing church technology, both of which were not possible without rebuilding the system. This has also allowed us to address common concerns and limitations our clients have raised with regards to customization. In the new platform you will have even more flexibility and greater control to craft a website that truly represents your church.
Will help be available?
Our Amplify Website has a robust Help Center of articles and videos. You will have access to our Resource Center (question mark icon in the bottom right corner of the screen when you log in) where you can access step by step walk throughs.
Are you thinking about a re-design or ready to dive into a strategy series with our team of website professionals? Learn about our strategy packages here.
As always our Support Team is available through tickets, chat and phone support.
What will I need to do after the upgrade to make my new site live?
You will be able to take your new site live with just four steps:
- Accept your email Amplify Invitation and login
- Check your upgraded site content
- Publish your site to receive your DNS Settings
- Update your DNS with your domain registrar
How do I update my DNS with my registrar?
Each website provider is slightly different but to help we’ve compiled help articles from several providers here.
How long should it take for my new site to populate/be live?
After you update your DNS record with your registrar, the change may take effect immediately or could to 24-36 hours to be fully updated across the web. Some users may need to clear their browser cache or cookies to help the new site load.
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