Migrating a website

Migrating your website to Websitely allows you to leverage our high-performance infrastructure for better speeds and reliability.

Before You Begin

• A full backup of your current website files and database.
• Access to your current hosting provider’s credentials.

Migrate your Website

1. Launch a fresh instance on your Websitely Dashboard.
2. Access the file directory via FTP or our file manager.
3. Upload your website files to the new instance.
4. Import your database using the provided MySQL credentials.
5. Update your wp-config.php or equivalent configuration file with the new database details.
6. Test your site using the provided temporary URL.
7. Point your DNS records to the new server IP.

Best Practices

• Perform migrations during low-traffic hours.
• Keep your old site running until you have verified that the new site is fully functional.
• Use our support team for guidance if you are migrating a complex system.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Websitely offer migration services?

Yes, contact our support team if you need assistance with a professional migration.

Will my emails migrate automatically?

No. Migration covers website files and databases. Email hosting must be configured separately.