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