Hosting migration and hosting change with a planned switch
A hosting change is not just copying files. It also covers email, the domain, the database, the SSL certificate, DNS configuration and testing — so that everything works after the switch just as before.
Hosting migration is more than copying files
Companies often think hosting is just the site's files. In reality most hosting also holds the database, mail accounts with message history and the SSL certificate — and each of these needs separate attention during migration.
Analysis of the current hosting
We check exactly what's on the current server — files, databases, email, certificates, PHP version.
Help choosing new hosting
If you haven't chosen a provider yet, we can recommend hosting suited to your needs.
Website or WordPress migration
We copy the files and database, configure wp-config.php and verify the site works on the new server.
Email Migration
Migration of mailboxes, aliases and message history over IMAP. MX, SPF, DKIM and DMARC configuration.
Databases
Export, import and verification of the MySQL database on the new server. Updating the application's configuration data.
SSL and security
Installing and configuring the SSL certificate on the new hosting. Enforcing HTTPS in the site configuration.
DNS configuration
Updating DNS records so the domain points to the new hosting once testing is complete.
Testing and verification
Checking the site, forms, login, email and SSL certificate before switching DNS.
Safely retiring the old hosting
Cancelling the old hosting only after confirming the new environment works fully correctly.
Don't shut down the old hosting too early
First you make a backup, move the data, test the new environment and only then switch the domain. Cancelling the old hosting before testing can end in the loss of the site, email or data — especially if DNS propagation hasn't fully finished.
We follow this order in every migration.
When is it worth changing hosting and moving your site?
The site is slow
Slow hosting is one of the most common reasons to switch. Moving to a faster server can significantly improve load time.
Frequent outages
Unstable hosting leads to site downtime, email problems and lost customers. Time to switch.
No technical support
If your hosting provider doesn't respond to problems or offer help, that's a clear sign to switch.
Hosting is too expensive
Paying for hosting that can't keep up with your site? We'll help you find better value for money.
Need for a newer PHP version
Older hosting often doesn't support current PHP versions, which blocks WordPress and plugin updates.
Your shop needs a stronger environment
A high-traffic online shop needs a more powerful server. We'll help you migrate without a break in sales.
How a hosting change and data migration work
Analysis of the current environment
We check what's on the hosting: files, databases, mail accounts, domains, certificates and the PHP version.
Backup
We make a full backup of files and database before starting the migration.
Preparing the new hosting
We set up the new environment: PHP version, databases, mail accounts, SSL certificate.
Data migration to the new hosting
We move the files, database and mail accounts to the new hosting.
Testing on the new environment
We test the site before the DNS change — checking the site, forms, email and SSL certificate.
Domain switch
We update the DNS records after confirming everything works. We monitor propagation.
Confirmation and completion
We check everything after DNS propagation. We only switch off the old hosting once the new environment works correctly.
Hosting change — common questions
Before you cancel the old hosting, let's check what needs to be secured.
Not sure which migration scope applies to your site? Use the configurator or describe your situation in the form. We'll work out whether you need a website, email, hosting or server migration, or a repair after an earlier migration.