Website Migration

Plan your website move and test the new setup before switching DNS.

What to check

If you are considering moving to AffixCloud, list what needs to move and ask which plan fits it. Check with support about the migration options for your setup.

List what you use

Record the domains, site and database sizes, software versions, and any mailboxes tied to the current host.

Back up the essentials

Keep copies of your site files, databases, and DNS records before moving.

Test before switching

Test key pages, logins, forms, and any checkout flow on the new hosting. Confirm how mail will be handled before changing DNS.

Keep a rollback path

Keep the previous hosting and a backup available until the new site and email are working as expected.

Schedule the switch in three steps

  1. Choose a quiet window

    Set a time when a brief interruption will have the least impact. Let teammates know which website changes should pause during the move.

  2. Account for late changes

    For sites that accept orders or other submissions, plan how to carry over any changes made after the first copy. Confirm that plan before changing DNS.

  3. Verify the live destination

    After the change, open the site over HTTPS from a separate connection. Confirm recent content is present and repeat the checks you ran before launch.

Common questions

Do I need to transfer my domain too?

You can usually keep the current registrar and point the domain at the new hosting. Check which DNS records your site and email require.

Can I ask AffixCloud to help with the move?

Share your current setup with support and ask which migration options apply before making changes.