Smooth, zero-downtime website migrations
Migrating a live website to a new host can be daunting, but with WebElev8's migration service it does not have to be. Our experienced team handles every aspect of the process, from copying your files and databases to updating DNS and verifying everything works perfectly. We ensure your website remains live throughout, with no data loss and no disruption to your visitors.
We deliver measurable results that grow your business
We migrate your site in the background while it remains live on your current host, only switching over once we have verified everything works perfectly on the new server.
We verify checksums and database integrity at every stage of the migration process, guaranteeing that not a single file or database record is lost or corrupted.
We migrate WordPress, Magento, Shopify, Drupal, Joomla, custom PHP applications, and any other web platform to or from virtually any hosting provider.
After migration, we run a thorough checklist covering functionality, forms, e-commerce, email, SSL, and performance to ensure everything works as expected.
Migrations to our hosting infrastructure typically result in noticeable performance improvements thanks to our optimised server configurations and modern hardware.
A named migration manager from our team will be your single point of contact throughout the process, keeping you informed and available to answer any questions.
Everything you need in one thorough package
Before we touch anything, we audit your current hosting environment, identify any potential issues, and create a detailed migration plan with a clear timeline.
We migrate all website files, databases, email accounts, cron jobs, and server configurations, ensuring a complete and faithful copy of your current environment.
Migrate all email accounts and their stored messages to your new host, with no loss of historical emails and minimal disruption to your team's communications.
We handle DNS updates with care, timing the cutover to minimise the window during which new and old servers may serve different versions of your site.
We ensure your SSL certificate is correctly installed on the new server before DNS cutover, so your site is secure from the moment it goes live on the new host.
During migration, we take the opportunity to optimise your CMS installation, clean up the database, and apply any performance improvements relevant to the new environment.
Every migration comes with a documented rollback plan. If anything unexpected occurs, we can revert to your original hosting within minutes, with no data loss.
After your site goes live on its new host, we provide 30 days of post-migration support to address any issues that may arise during the settling-in period.
A proven, structured approach to delivering results
We gather access credentials, audit your current environment, identify any migration challenges, and produce a detailed migration plan with agreed timelines.
We set up your new hosting environment, configure the web server, create databases, and prepare everything to receive your website before moving any files.
Files and databases are copied to the new server and thoroughly tested via a temporary staging URL, checking all functionality before any DNS changes are made.
Once testing is complete and you are happy, we update your DNS records, monitor propagation, and confirm your site is live and fully functional on its new home.
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