How to move a website to a new host

Back up before you move

Create a complete backup of the website and any databases before changing the live setup. Keep the old hosting account active while you verify the new copy.

Move and test the site

Transfer the files and databases to the new host, update configuration where needed, and test the site on the destination environment.

Change DNS last

Point the domain to the new host after the site works there. Test important pages, forms, HTTPS, email related settings, and other critical functions before cancelling the previous service.

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