Website migration and hosting transfer services
Moving to a new host or changing domains looks simple until something goes wrong. What gets lost most often isn't the files, it's the rankings built up over the years.
What we do
Every feature is designed to help your business grow faster and more efficiently in the digital era.
8 things included
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Recording old addresses
Every old address and its data is recorded from Google Search Console before anything is changed.
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Address mapping
Mapping each old address to its new one, one by one.
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Moving the data
All files, databases, and configuration are moved and then checked for completeness, so nothing is left behind at the old location.
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Tested redirects
Permanent redirects set up and tested before the new website goes live.
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Uninterrupted email
Email settings tied to the domain are moved and tested, so your company email keeps sending and receiving throughout the process.
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HTTPS at the new location
SSL certificates installed and all traffic redirected to HTTPS.
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Updated sitemap
The sitemap updated and resubmitted to Search Console.
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Post-migration monitoring
Index monitoring during the first few weeks after migration.
What usually gets missed
Moving files and databases is the easy part. What's often forgotten is redirecting every old address to its new one, one by one. Without that, pages that had rankings become missing pages, and Google treats their content as gone.
Also often missed: email settings tied to the domain, SSL certificates not yet installed at the new location, and resubmitting the sitemap so Google knows the structure has changed.
When you're switching hosting providers, changing your domain name, merging several websites into one, moving from a subdomain to the main domain, or launching a new website to replace an old one.
The last case is the one most often underestimated. A new website launched without a redirect plan can lose much of its traffic within weeks.
Move without losing what you've built
Frequently asked questions
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A website migration service moves a website to new hosting, a new server, or a new domain, including all files, databases, email, and settings, without losing the rankings built up on Google.
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Website migration is the process of moving a website from one place to another, or significantly changing its structure and addresses, for example switching hosting, changing domains, or replacing an old website with a new one.
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When switching hosting providers, changing domain names, merging several websites, moving from a subdomain to the main domain, or launching a new website that replaces an old one.
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The biggest risk is losing Google rankings, because old pages Google already knows turn into pages that can't be found. Other risks include email that stops working, security certificates not yet installed, and data left behind.
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Moving hosting means moving where the website is stored, while its address stays the same. Changing domains means changing the website's address, which is far riskier for rankings because every old address has to be redirected to its new one.
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We have handled website migrations since 2003 and have documented the whole process in an in-depth guide. That experience means we know the parts most often missed: redirecting addresses and handling email settings.
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Yes. Most of the migrations we handle involve websites built by someone else. We review them first to make sure no data is left behind.
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It starts with recording every old address and its data from Google Search Console, followed by address mapping, moving files and databases, setting up redirects, testing, switching over, and then monitoring indexing afterward.
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It depends on the number of pages and the complexity of the system. We give an estimate after reviewing the old website.
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Usually not. The website is prepared and tested at the new location first, so the switchover only takes a moment and is usually done outside your busy hours.
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Access to the old hosting, access to domain management, access to Google Search Console, and a list of email accounts that use the domain.
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This happens fairly often and can usually still be handled. We help trace domain and hosting ownership, although the process can take some time.
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No, as long as the redirects are set up correctly. A temporary dip in the first few weeks is normal and recovers as Google recognizes the new structure.
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A 301 redirect signals that a page has moved permanently to a new address. It passes the ranking value of the old address to the new one, so the rankings you've built aren't lost.
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Yes. Email settings are tied to the domain, so moving without preparation can stop company email from receiving messages. We handle this part specifically.
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Yes. The SSL certificate is installed at the new location, and all traffic is redirected to HTTPS so the website stays secure and shows no warnings.
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Yes. A migration can be done alongside building a new website, and that's exactly when redirect planning matters most.
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Every old address is recorded from Google Search Console and the sitemap before the migration, then mapped one by one to its new address and tested before the switchover.
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The cost depends on the number of pages, the type of system, the number of email accounts, and whether the migration involves a domain change or a new website. We set out the details after a review.
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Yes. Indexing and traffic are monitored for the first few weeks to make sure all redirects are working and no important pages have dropped out of Google.
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Missed pages show up through monitoring in Google Search Console, and we add redirects for them straight away.
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Yes. A full backup of the old website, including its database, is stored before the migration begins, so it can be restored if needed.
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