Hosting change
Same site, new server: faster, more stable, or more affordable.
Website and hosting migration in the US
We handle website and hosting migrations: we move your site to a new server, another platform, or a new domain without losing content, email, or Google rankings. We plan every step and pick the best time so your operations don’t stop.
Updated:
- A written migration plan
- Email and DNS under control
- Redirects to protect your SEO
Without losing email or rankings
900+ projects delivered
What a website migration includes
In a migration, the biggest worry isn’t the site but everything around it: email, the domain, and your search rankings.
Planning
- Inventory of files, databases, email, subdomains, and connected services.
- A plan with steps, owners, and the switchover time.
- Full backup before we start.
- Rollback plan in case something goes wrong.
Migration
- File and database transfer.
- New server setup: PHP version, SSL certificate, and caching.
- DNS switch at the agreed time.
- Business email migration or setup.
Verification
- Testing of pages, forms, and payments.
- 301 redirects if URLs or the domain change.
- Search Console verification.
- Error monitoring over the following days.
Types of migrations we handle
Every type of migration has its own risks. We know them and plan for them.
Platform change
From an online builder or legacy system to WordPress, WooCommerce, or a custom build.
WordPress web designDomain change
For a rebrand or a new extension, keeping the rankings you’ve earned.
Email migration
Moving accounts and mailboxes to another email provider.
What type of migration do you need?
Four questions to identify the risks in your migration.
Your answers0 of 4
We recommend
A hosting change
The same site on a new server, tested before switching DNS.
Website speed optimization
We recommend
A platform change
Content migration and design rebuild, with redirects.
Website redesign
We recommend
A domain change
301 redirects and a heads-up to Google to keep what you’ve earned.
We recommend
A migration with email
Email migrated or set up before the switch, so no messages are lost.
How we handle a migration
The key is testing everything at the new destination before the final switch.
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Step 1: Inventory
We review the site, domain, email, and everything that depends on the current server.
You: share access to the hosting and domain.
You get: an inventory and migration plan. -
Step 2: Copy and setup
We copy the site to the new destination and configure it.
You: keep operating as usual.
You get: a site running at the new destination. -
Step 3: Testing
We test pages, forms, payments, and speed before the switch.
You: review the site at the new destination.
You get: sign-off for the switchover. -
Step 4: Switchover and follow-up
We switch DNS at the agreed time and monitor the following days.
You: let us know about any issues.
You get: a completed migration and report.
Improvised migration vs. planned migration
Most migration problems come from skipping steps.
| Aspect | Improvised | Planned |
|---|---|---|
| Messages get lost during the switch. | Migrated or set up before the DNS switch. | |
| Downtime | Hours or days. | Minimal or none. |
| URLs | Broken links if the structure changes. | 301 redirects for every URL. |
| Rankings | It may go down. | Preserved. |
| Rollback | No plan B. | Full backup and rollback plan. |
Need to switch hosting or platforms? Let’s review your case before moving anything.
When it makes sense to migrate
These are the most common reasons businesses ask us for a migration.
Slow or unstable hosting
Frequent outages or a server that can’t keep up.
Limited platform
An online builder or legacy system that no longer lets you grow.
Rebrand or domain change
A new brand that needs a different domain without losing what you’ve built.
Website and hosting migration FAQ
Will my site go offline?
Usually not, or only very briefly. We set up and test the site at the new destination before switching DNS, and we pick a low-traffic window.
What happens to my business email?
We include it in the plan. If your email is on the same hosting, we migrate it or help you move it to a dedicated email provider before switching DNS.
Will I lose my rankings?
If only the server changes, it shouldn’t be affected. If URLs or the domain change, we set up 301 redirects and notify Google of the change through Search Console to keep what you’ve earned.
Can you migrate from Wix or other website builders?
Yes, although those platforms don’t let you export the full site: we migrate the content and rebuild the design on the new platform. It’s a good opportunity for a redesign.
Can you help me choose the new host?
Yes. We recommend options based on your type of site, expected traffic, and budget.
What else is website and hosting migration called?
People also search for it as a hosting change, website transfer, or domain and email migration. It’s related to responsive design, WordPress, on-page SEO, hosting and domains, page speed, and the WhatsApp button, topics we review with you when your project needs them.
Can’t find your question?
Related services
Services that often go along with a migration.
Which of these services do you need?
Hosting and support are related services, but they solve different problems. Choose based on what you need.
- If you need hosting and a domain for your site: Website hosting and domains
- If you need to move your site to another host: Website and hosting migration (you are here)
- If you need hourly or monthly support: Hourly or monthly website support
- If you need to protect your site and remove malware: Website security, SSL certificates and malware removal
Get a quote for your site migration
Tell us where your site is today, where you want to move it, and whether your email is on the same hosting. We’ll send you a plan and a proposal.
- 1You contact us through the form or on WhatsApp.
- 2We talk about your business and what you need.
- 3You get the proposal in writing, with scope, timeline, and price.
Request your proposal
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