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1️⃣ Migrating from Another Hosting Provider #
Website migration means moving a website from one hosting server to another.
What gets migrated:
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Website files (public_html / httpdocs)
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Databases (MySQL)
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Emails (optional)
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Domain & DNS settings
Common migration methods:
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Hosting provider free migration
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Manual migration
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Plugin-based migration (WordPress)
📌 Always migrate first, then change DNS.
2️⃣ Manual vs Free Migration #
| Type | Manual Migration | Free Migration |
|---|---|---|
| Performed by | You | Hosting support |
| Control | Full control | Limited |
| Risk | Higher if mistake | Lower |
| Time | Takes more time | Faster |
| Best for | Developers/admins | Beginners |
📌 Manual migration = more learning
📌 Free migration = safer for live sites
3️⃣ Pre-Migration Checklist ✅ #
Before starting migration, confirm:
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⬜ Full website files backup
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⬜ Database backup (.sql)
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⬜ FTP / SFTP access available
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⬜ Database credentials saved
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⬜ Email accounts list noted
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⬜ DNS TTL reduced (24 hrs before)
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⬜ New hosting tested with temporary URL
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⬜ Disk space & PHP version checked
📌 Never start migration without a backup.
