A successful migration preserves content, configuration, and the visitor experience while moving the website to its new location.
Before the move
- Back up WordPress files and the database.
- Document active plugins and important settings.
- Confirm the target hosting environment is ready.
After the move
- Check internal links and image URLs.
- Verify menus, forms, redirects, and permalinks.
- Confirm HTTPS and test the site on mobile.
Always verify a migration rather than assuming the import completed perfectly.