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Migration and Transfer

Website migration checklist

  • Export files from old host.
  • Export database.
  • Upload files to new host.
  • Import database.
  • Update app config for new DB/user.
  • Test on temporary URL/preview before DNS cutover.

WordPress migration options

  • Plugin-based migration for quick moves.
  • Manual migration for fine control.

Cutover strategy

  1. Lower DNS TTL before migration window.
  2. Freeze content updates.
  3. Switch DNS.
  4. Verify live traffic on new host.
  5. Monitor errors for 24-48 hours.