Server & Domain Migration
WordPress Migration: Safely Move to a New Server or Domain
Switching servers is not a problem if executed properly. Otherwise, a website could be offline for days or lose SEO rankings. I handle the migration using a clear process and with minimal risk of downtime.
When it makes sense
Typical reasons for moving
- The current host is too slow, too expensive, or the support is too poor.
- The previous agency is no longer reachable, and you need someone to take over.
- Switching from an old subpage to a dedicated domain
- An existing website is being migrated to WordPress.
- Switch from HTTP to HTTPS, including correct redirects
- You want to set up your WordPress site from scratch.
Switching hosting providers is also the perfect opportunity to re-evaluate load times.
Step by Step
The process without surprises
- Evaluate new host, book if necessary, set up, and enable SSL in preparation.
- Full backup of the old website (files + database)
- Migration of content to a new host (temporary URL)
- DNS switch: The website is already up and running, but the domain is still with the old provider.
- Testing phase: Check links, forms, shop, email, and SSL.
- Email accounts / Verify MX records / Client-side backup
- Domain transfer (transfer to the new provider)
- URL customization and 301 redirects (important for SEO!)
- Clear caches, test again.
Freelancer instead of an agency
A single point of contact from the initial consultation to the completed move.
When moving via an agency, a project manager often acts as an intermediary. Not with me: I handle backups, migration, DNS switching, and testing entirely and directly.
FAQ
What customers ask me about moving
How smoothly a move can really go
Asked about the server switch:
★★★★★
An absolutely reliable and competent contact for all web design and relaunch projects! (Translated from German)
Ralph Denzler
SEO-Expert
★★★★★
Our collaboration with Engelhardt Medien was based on a strong relationship of trust right from the start. In particular, the difficulties we encountered in integrating the new website onto our servers were taken seriously and resolved appropriately. As a medium-sized business, we can highly recommend this company. (Translated from German)
Rolf Terjung
Graphite Materials GmbH
★★★★★
As an SEM agency, we regularly undertake WordPress projects such as content optimisation, website relaunches and landing page optimisation. Engelhardt Medien has been supporting us with these for several years now. But Mr Engelhardt also excels in media design! Our clients are satisfied and the service is impeccable. We would definitely recommend them!!! (Translated from German)
Andreas Karasek
SEM Consultant
Is a move coming up?
I handle the transition: clean, without data loss, and with minimal downtime.
