How to Move a Website to a New Host

The technical file and database move usually takes 1-3 hours for an average site. DNS propagation after the nameserver change takes 2-48 additional hours (typically 4-12). In total, a complete migration finishes within 24 hours. BeoHosting offers free migration — our team handles everything and usually finishes within one business day.

No, if done properly. The key is not to turn off the old host before DNS propagation is complete. During propagation (2-48h), some visitors will see the site on the old server, others on the new — but everyone sees a working site. Only after DNS has fully propagated and you have confirmed everything works on the new server can you cancel the old hosting.

Yes, BeoHosting offers completely free migration from any hosting provider. Our expert team moves all files, databases, email accounts and DNS settings without interruption to your site. Just send us credentials for the old host and we will take care of the rest.

That is why the first step is a full backup. If something goes wrong, you can always restore the site to its previous state from the backup. Also, do not turn off the old host until you have fully verified the new one works. With BeoHosting free migration, our team has experience with thousands of migrations and knows how to solve every possible problem.

No, your domain stays the same. Domain and hosting are independent services. When changing hosts, you only change nameservers at your domain registrar to point the domain to the new server. Your site will have the same address (URL) as before — visitors will notice no difference except possibly faster loading if you moved to better hosting.