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Journey 2 - I Already Have a Website

Outcome

Move an existing website to Ncell Hosting with minimal downtime.

Step-by-step flow

  1. Upload website files to httpdocs.
  2. Create and import database.
  3. Update app config with new DB credentials.
  4. Test website on preview/temporary URL.
  5. Update DNS to cut over traffic.

Post-cutover checks

  • Homepage and key pages load.
  • Login/dashboard works.
  • Forms submit correctly.
  • Email notifications from website are working.

Rollback plan

  • Keep old host active during propagation.
  • Keep backup of old database and files.
  • Repoint DNS to old host only if critical issue cannot be fixed quickly.