Migrating to New Hosting: Step by Step

When to Migrate?

Consider migrating when your current hosting is too slow, becomes too expensive, or no longer meets your needs.

Preparation

Make a Backup

Make a full backup of your website and database before you start.

New Hosting Ready

Make sure your new hosting account is active and ready to use.

Migration Steps

1. Copy Files

Download all files from your old server and upload them to the new one.

2. Migrate the Database

Export your database and import it on the new server.

3. Update Configuration

Update configuration files with the new database details.

4. Change DNS

Point your domain to the new server. This can take up to 48 hours.

Free Migration

At HQinternet we migrate your website to our servers for free.