Website Migration to Another Server — Safe Migration Without Data Loss
Moving a website from one server to another is a job that demands careful planning, technical expertise, and disciplined execution. Any mistake can mean lost data, downtime, or a drop in search rankings. We handle professional migration for any type of site (WordPress, Bitrix, custom-built solutions, online shops), guaranteeing all data stays intact and downtime stays minimal.
When you need to migrate a site
- Your current hosting can't handle the load — the site is slow, keeps crashing
- Hosting costs too much — moving to better terms without losing quality
- Poor technical support — the hosting provider doesn't resolve issues quickly
- Moving to a more powerful server — the business has grown and needs more resources
- Changing the hosting country — legal requirements or optimizing for the target audience
- Consolidating projects — combining several sites on one server for easier management
- Security problems — the current server has been hacked or is under constant attack
Our approach — a step-by-step, risk-free methodology
We've developed a proven migration process that rules out data loss and keeps downtime to a minimum. Below are the stages we go through when migrating your site.
- Preparing for migration
Before starting, we make full backups of every component of the site: the database, config files, source code, static assets (images, documents, video). This is a critical step — a backup means instant recovery is possible if anything unexpected happens. We also record the current server settings, software versions, and the list of installed extensions, so we can reproduce the environment precisely on the new server. - Migrating the backend
We copy all the server-side files to the new server: the application, libraries, dependencies, scripts. We use secure transfer channels (SFTP, rsync over SSH) to prevent data interception. We preserve directory structure and file permissions so the application keeps working correctly. - Configuring the environment
We update the config files (config.php, .env, settings.py, etc.) to match the new environment. We set the new directory paths, database connection parameters, and third-party API keys. We check the versions of PHP, Python, Node.js, and other interpreters — they need to match your application's requirements. - Migrating the frontend
We copy all the static files (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, fonts, icons) to the new server. We make sure the paths in the code match the new directory structure. We check the code for absolute paths (like hardcoded links to the old domain) and switch them to relative paths or update them. We update build-tool config files (webpack, gulp, grunt) if they're used. - Migrating static files
We move all media files — images, video, audio, PDFs — to the new server. We update the paths to these assets in the code and database. If a CDN is in use, we reconfigure it to work with the new server, or migrate the files to a new CDN service. - Migrating the database
We create a full dump (export) of the existing database, with all tables, indexes, triggers, and stored procedures. On the new server we create a new database with identical parameters (character encoding, collation). We load the data from the dump and verify its integrity — record counts, table structure. For large databases (10+ GB) we use optimized transfer methods to cut down migration time. - Updating configuration
We update the backend config files to point to the new database connection parameters: host, database name, login, password, port. We update environment variables and other settings that depend on server location (time zones, locales, paths to system utilities). - Configuring the new server
We install every dependency the new server needs: server software (PHP, Python, Node.js), libraries, extensions, dev tools. We configure the web servers (Apache, Nginx) or the JVM (for Java applications), making sure the configuration matches your web application's requirements. We optimize the settings for maximum performance: caching, compression, memory limits. - Updating DNS records
We update your domain's DNS records to point at the new server's IP address. This is a critical moment — DNS changes propagate gradually (anywhere from a few minutes to 24–48 hours, depending on the TTL). We lower the TTL to a minimum 24–48 hours before the move to speed up the switchover. We keep the old server running until every visitor has fully switched to the new one. - Testing
We thoroughly test the site on the new server before switching DNS. We check every function, page, form, integration, and payment flow. We confirm the cart works, orders go through, emails send, and CRM/ERP integrations function. We monitor performance: load speed, server response time, CPU and memory load. We find and fix any issues before switching visitors over completely. - Completing the migration
Once testing has succeeded, DNS has switched over, and we've confirmed every setting is correct and the site is running stably on the new server — the migration is complete. We monitor the site for 3–7 days after the move to catch any hidden problems. We keep making regular backups on the new server. We keep the old server running for another 7–14 days in case an emergency rollback is needed.
What we guarantee during migration
- Zero data loss — every file, database, and setting is transferred in full
- Minimal downtime — usually 15–30 minutes at the moment of the DNS switchover (or none at all, if we test on a temporary domain first)
- Everything within our control to protect your rankings — correct redirects, updating Search Console, checking indexing
- Every function still works — forms, payments, integrations work exactly as before the move
- Performance optimization — we configure the new server for maximum speed
- Full documentation — a report on the work done, the new access details, recommendations
Migration specifics by site type
WordPress
The most popular CMS — we migrate it keeping every plugin, theme, and setting intact. We update the base URLs in the database, reconfigure .htaccess, and check plugin compatibility with the new PHP version (if an upgrade is needed). We pay special attention to WooCommerce — checking the cart, payment, and email notifications.
Bitrix
A complex CMS with many dependencies. We migrate it with Bitrix's specifics in mind: correct file permissions, cron job configuration, 1C integrations. We check highload blocks, infoblocks, and business processes.
Custom-built solutions
We analyze the application's architecture, identify dependencies, and migrate it with a precise reproduction of the environment. We work with any programming language or framework: PHP (Laravel, Symfony), Python (Django, Flask), Node.js, Java.
Online shops
A critical migration — any downtime means lost sales. We perform the move at night (lowest traffic), and thoroughly test the cart, payment gateways, and CRM/warehouse sync before switching over.
Migration timeline
- A simple site (WordPress, a landing page) — 1–2 days
- A mid-size project (a corporate site, a small shop) — 3–5 days
- A complex project (a large shop, a portal, integrations) — 7–14 days
- Express migration (extra charge) — 24 hours for simple projects
Service cost
The migration cost is calculated individually, based on:
- Site size — number of files, database volume
- Architecture complexity — number of integrations, specific settings
- Urgency — a rush migration ahead of the queue costs more
- Future plans — if you host the site with us or order technical support, the migration may be discounted or free
The initial consultation and complexity assessment are free. We study your site, estimate the scope of work, and give you an exact cost and timeline.
How the process works
- Request and consultation — you tell us about the task, we ask clarifying questions
- Auditing the current site — we get access, analyze the structure, identify specifics
- Cost and timeline calculation — we provide an estimate and a work plan
- Agreement — we sign a contract, you pay an advance, the amount fixed in the contract
- Migration — we carry out the move using the methodology described above
- Testing and handover — we verify everything works, hand over access, provide a report
- Post-migration support — we monitor for 7–14 days and help with any questions that come up
Why clients trust us
- 13+ years of experience — we've migrated hundreds of sites without losing data
- A proven methodology — a step-by-step process that rules out mistakes
- Full backups — a rollback is always possible
- Transparency — we keep you informed at every stage of the migration
- A guarantee — if something goes wrong through our fault, we fix it for free
Put your site's migration in the hands of professionals — get a safe move with no risk and no downtime.
Order a free consultation right now — we'll assess the migration's complexity and give you an exact price within 24 hours!