How To Migrate WordPress Website

Migrating a WordPress website involves transferring all of its files, databases, and settings from one hosting provider or domain to another. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

Note: Before proceeding, it's essential to create a backup of your WordPress website to avoid any data loss.

Step 1: Prepare the New Hosting Environment

Purchase a new hosting plan and set up WordPress on the new server. Ensure that you have access to the new server's control panel and database management tools.

Step 2: Backup Your Current Website

Use a WordPress backup plugin (such as UpdraftPlus or All-in-One WP Migration) to create a complete backup of your website, including files and the database.

Download the backup files to your local computer.

Step 3: Export the WordPress Database

In your current hosting account, access phpMyAdmin (or any database management tool your hosting provides).

Select your WordPress database and choose the "Export" option.

Select the "Quick" export method and the SQL format.

Save the exported .sql file to your computer.

Step 4: Update Site URLs (Optional) If your new domain or directory structure differs from the old one, you may need to update the site URLs to ensure that everything works correctly. You can do this using a text editor to search and replace the old URLs with the new ones in the SQL file you exported earlier.

Step 5: Upload Files to New Server

Connect to your new server using FTP or SFTP.

Upload all the WordPress files from your local backup to the appropriate directory on the new server (often the public_html folder).

Step 6: Import the Database

Create a new database in your new hosting account.

Access phpMyAdmin on the new server and select the new database.

Choose the "Import" option and upload the modified SQL file (if you updated the site URLs) or the original SQL file if you didn't need to make any changes.

Once the import is complete, you should see all the tables from your old website in the new database.

Step 7: Configure wp-config.php

In your new server's file manager or via FTP, locate the wp-config.php file in the root folder of your WordPress installation.

Update the database details (database name, username, and password) in wp-config.php to match the new database you created earlier.

Step 8: Update DNS Settings

If you are changing the domain name, update your domain's DNS settings to point to the new hosting server. This process may take some time to propagate worldwide.

Step 9:

Test the New Website Once the DNS propagation is complete, access your new website through the new domain. Ensure that all pages, posts, media, and functionalities are working correctly.

Step 10: Final Checks

Verify all links and internal URLs to ensure they are correctly pointing to the new domain.

Check for any broken images or media files.

Test contact forms and any other interactive features.

Step 11:

Remove Old Website (Optional) If you are fully satisfied that the new website is functioning correctly, you can consider deleting the files and database from your old hosting account.

Remember, website migrations can be complex, so always make sure to have proper backups and, if possible, seek assistance from your new hosting provider's support team to ensure a smooth migration process.

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