How to Migrate Your Website to Devoster in 5 Easy Steps

Why Migrate to Devoster?

Before we dive into the how, let's quickly cover why thousands of users are migrating to Devoster:

3× faster load times with NVMe SSD storage
Transparent pricing (no hidden fees or renewal hikes)
Free SSL, CDN, and backups included
24/7 expert support
99.9% uptime guarantee

Step 1: Choose Your Devoster Plan

Select the plan that matches your needs:

Lite ($1.90/mo): Static sites, landing pages
Standard ($3.90/mo): WordPress, blogs, small business sites
Pro ($6.90/mo): E-commerce, high-traffic sites
Reseller ($19.90/mo): Multiple sites, agencies

Step 2: Request Free Migration Assistance

Devoster offers completely free website migration. Here's how it works:

After signing up, access your dashboard
Navigate to Support → Create Ticket
Subject: "Website Migration Request"
Provide:
- Your current hosting provider
- Domain name(s)
- Management Panel or FTP credentials to old host
- Any special requirements (databases, email, etc.)
Our team responds within 2 hours and handles everything

Step 3: We Transfer Your Files and Database

Once you've submitted your migration request, our team:

Downloads all website files from your old host
Exports and transfers your databases
Uploads everything to your Devoster account
Configures your hosting environment (PHP version, modules, etc.)
Tests your site thoroughly on a temporary URL

Zero effort required from you. The entire process typically takes 2-6 hours depending on site size.

Step 4: Review and Test

Before switching your domain, we provide a temporary URL to review your site:

Check all pages load correctly
Verify forms work (contact forms, comment systems, etc.)
Test any e-commerce functionality
Confirm admin panel access (for WordPress/CMS sites)
Review email accounts if migrated

If anything isn't perfect, just let us know via your support ticket. We'll fix it immediately.

Step 5: Update DNS and Go Live

Once you've approved the migrated site, it's time to go live:

Option A: Update Nameservers (Recommended)

We provide Devoster nameservers (e.g., ns1.devoster.com, ns2.devoster.com)
Log into your domain registrar (GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.)
Find DNS/Nameserver settings
Replace old nameservers with Devoster's
Save changes

Option B: Update A Record (Alternative)

We provide your server's IP address
Log into your domain's DNS management
Update the A record to point to Devoster's IP
Save changes

Propagation time: DNS changes take 1-24 hours to propagate globally, though most users see updates within 1-4 hours. Your site remains accessible throughout—no downtime.

What Happens to Email?

If you're using email with your domain:

Migrating email to Devoster: We transfer all accounts and provide webmail access. Available on Standard plan and higher.
Keeping email elsewhere (Gmail, Outlook): We configure MX records to ensure email continues working at your current provider.

Post-Migration Checklist

After DNS propagates and your site is live on Devoster:

✓ Test your website from different devices/locations
✓ Verify email sending/receiving works
✓ Check SSL certificate is active (https://)
✓ Test any integrated services (payment gateways, APIs)
✓ Run a speed test to see your performance improvement
✓ Keep old hosting active for 7-14 days as backup (optional but recommended)
✓ Cancel old hosting once you're 100% confident

Common Migration Concerns

"Will I experience downtime?"

No. We migrate your site to Devoster while it's still live on your old host. Only after everything is perfect and you approve do we switch DNS. During DNS propagation, some users see the old site, some see the new—both work fine.

"What if something goes wrong?"

We test thoroughly before going live. In the rare case of issues post-migration, we're available 24/7 to resolve them immediately. You can also revert DNS to your old host instantly if needed.

"How long should I keep my old hosting?"

We recommend keeping it for 7-14 days after migration as a precaution. Once you're confident everything works perfectly on Devoster, you can safely cancel the old hosting.

"Will my SEO rankings be affected?"

No, if done correctly. We handle all technical SEO aspects (301 redirects, robots.txt, etc.). In fact, many clients see improved rankings due to faster load times with Devoster's NVMe hosting.

DIY Migration (For Tech-Savvy Users)

If you prefer to handle migration yourself:

Download files via FTP/SFTP from old host
Export databases using phpMyAdmin
Upload files to Devoster via FTP/SFTP
Import database in Devoster's phpMyAdmin
Update wp-config.php (WordPress) or equivalent with new database credentials
Test on temporary URL
Update DNS when ready

But honestly, why bother? Our free migration service is faster and eliminates risk.

Special Cases

Large Websites (10GB+)

No problem. Migrations take longer but we handle sites of any size. Largest successful migration: 150GB in under 12 hours.

Custom Applications

Laravel, Node.js, custom PHP apps—we've migrated them all. Just provide details in your migration request.

Multiple Websites

On a Reseller plan? We'll migrate all your sites. Provide a list and credentials, we handle the rest.

After Migration: Optimize for Devoster

Once migrated, maximize your Devoster experience:

Enable LiteSpeed Cache (WordPress)
Activate free CDN integration in dashboard
Set up automatic backups (already enabled by default)
Configure email forwarding if needed
Explore one-click WordPress staging environment

Get Started Today

Ready to experience 3× faster hosting with transparent pricing? Here's your migration path:

Sign up at devoster.com
Choose your plan
Submit migration request
Relax while we handle everything
Enjoy faster, more reliable hosting

Questions?

Our support team is available 24/7 to answer migration questions. Contact us anytime via:

Dashboard ticket system (recommended)
Live chat on devoster.com
Email: [email protected]

Join thousands of satisfied customers who've made the switch to Devoster. Migration is free, fast, and hassle-free. What are you waiting for?