Moving web host

Transferring Web Hosts - It may be harder than you think?

So, you want to transfer web host companies? This is very common practice and we describe in great detail how to go about moving web host services. The first and most important thing to remember is SAVE YOUR DATA! Always backup ALL of your current information from your existing web host.

Is your Data compatible with your new host?

Once all of your information is saved and backed up, you must make sure that your old control panel is compatible with your new control panel. If they are different, then saving your files can be a bit tedious. You will need to make notes on all of your old files in order to place them correctly on your new host. One thing that you may encounter is your scripts not transferring. If this happens, you may need to start from scratch in generating new scripts. This can be time consuming and delay your transfer, that's why it is so important not to cancel your old service until your new service is fully prepared to go live.

Let your customers know.

When moving web host companies, always be sure to inform your visitors that your site will be moving. Just in case there is any delay in the transition, you do not want to catch your visitors off guard. They may think you went out of business.

Don't cancel just yet.

Run both hosts simultaneously. This may sound weird, but it is in your best interest to keep both hosts running until you are 100% sure all activity has stopped at your old host. Once you are certain all of your traffic has been appropriately redirected to the new site, you can officially begin moving web host companies and formally cancel your old service.

Don't get left in the dark.

In conclusion, it's always best to take your time in such a transfer. It takes a lot of time to regenerate traffic to your site as well as to rebuild your site from scratch. Make sure your site is absolutely ready to go live before you cancel your old host. Testing your site is always the best solution and a good way to work out the kinks. The last thing you want when moving web host companies is down time.