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Website hosting migration

A managed move to your new hosting

Changing hosting providers does not need to mean rebuilding everything from scratch. We review your existing setup, plan the transfer and help move the services that make up your website.

  • Website files and application data
  • Databases including MySQL and MariaDB workloads
  • Email accounts and mailbox data where supported
  • DNS and cutover coordination to minimise disruption
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Managed hosting migration process

How the migration works

Every hosting environment is a little different, so we start by understanding what is running today before scheduling the move.

  • 1. Review — we confirm the source platform, website, email, databases and any special requirements.
  • 2. Prepare — your Hoopla Hosting service is provisioned and the migration plan is agreed.
  • 3. Transfer — we copy the required data and services to the new environment.
  • 4. Validate — we check the migrated site and key services before cutover.
  • 5. Cut over — DNS is updated or the final change is coordinated at an agreed time.
cPanel hosting management

Already using cPanel?

Moving from another cPanel-based provider is usually the most straightforward type of migration. Where the source environment allows it, accounts and configuration can be transferred while retaining much of the structure you already use.

  • Websites and domains moved into your new account
  • Email and databases transferred where supported by the source host
  • PHP configuration reviewed for compatibility
  • SSL and DNS checked as part of the cutover
Hoopla Hosting infrastructure

More than just moving the files

A successful migration is about making sure the service works properly after the transfer. Our team can help identify compatibility issues and coordinate the parts of the move that often cause problems.

  • Pre-migration checks for PHP versions, databases and application requirements
  • Cutover planning around DNS and service changes
  • Post-migration validation of websites and key services
  • 24/7 technical support once your service is running with Hoopla Hosting

Our hosting platform is supported by infrastructure in Auckland and Sydney, including DataVault Grafton and Equinix SY4.

Website Migration FAQs

Common questions about moving your hosting services to Hoopla Hosting.

Will my website go offline during migration?

We plan migrations to minimise disruption, but the exact process depends on your current hosting setup, DNS and the applications being moved. We will advise you about any expected impact before the cutover.

Is migration assistance included?

Yes. Migration assistance is included with our hosting plans for supported websites and services. Contact us with details of your current setup so we can confirm the migration approach.

Can you transfer my email?

Yes, in many cases we can assist with moving supported mailboxes and email data from your existing provider. The migration method depends on your current mail platform and the destination service.

Can you migrate cPanel accounts?

Yes. cPanel-to-cPanel migrations are generally straightforward because account data and common settings can be transferred together. We will confirm what can be moved after reviewing the source account.

Can you migrate Plesk accounts?

We can assist with many Plesk migrations. Because configurations vary, contact us with details of your existing service and we will confirm the best migration method.

Will changing hosting affect my SEO?

A well-planned hosting migration should preserve your existing URLs and website content. Search visibility can be affected if URLs change, pages become unavailable or redirects are configured incorrectly, so we aim to keep those elements consistent during the move.

What do you need before starting a migration?

We normally need access to the existing hosting service, details of the websites and email accounts being moved, and information about your DNS or domain configuration. We will confirm the exact requirements before starting.

Planning a move to Hoopla Hosting?

Tell us what you are running today and our team can help work out the best way to migrate it.