- Backup your website – Use UpdraftPlus or WPvivid to create a full backup.
- Export your database – Download a copy using phpMyAdmin.
- Transfer files – Use FTP (FileZilla) to move files to the new server.
- Import the database – Upload the SQL file to the new host.
- Update the wp-config.php file – Modify database credentials for the new hosting environment.
- Change domain settings – Update DNS records to point to the new server.
This process ensures a seamless WordPress migration with minimal downtim