Website Migration Service for Hosting, Domains and Email
When you move to faster hosting, a VPS or a new platform, a freelance website migration service handles files, databases, email, DNS and SSL, so your site and inbox keep working during the switch.
What a website migration service covers
A website migration service moves your site from one server, host or platform to another without breaking anything visitors or Google rely on. For most Indian small businesses, that means moving a WordPress site from slow or expensive shared hosting to a better plan, or moving everything off a host whose renewal price has jumped.
- Full backup of files, database and email on the old host.
- Database migration and file transfer to the new server.
- Updating configuration, URLs and file paths.
- DNS records and nameservers changed at the domain registrar.
- Email accounts recreated and old mail moved.
- SSL certificate installed and HTTPS forced.
- Testing pages, forms, payments and cron jobs before and after the DNS switch.
How much does website migration cost in India?
Typical charges for a website migration service in India:
| Job | Typical freelance price |
|---|---|
| Single WordPress site to new shared hosting | ₹1,000–₹3,000 |
| Full cPanel account with several sites | ₹2,000–₹6,000 |
| Large WooCommerce store | ₹3,000–₹10,000 |
| New VPS setup plus migration | ₹4,000–₹15,000 |
| Email migration | ₹300–₹800 per mailbox |
| Wix or Blogger to WordPress rebuild | ₹8,000–₹30,000 |
On Naukri Mitra, migration gigs begin at ₹999; that price normally covers one small WordPress site moving between cPanel hosts.
How to migrate a website without downtime
To migrate a WordPress website to new hosting without downtime, a good website migration service keeps the old site live until the new one is fully tested. The usual sequence:
- Lower the DNS TTL a day before, so the switch spreads faster.
- Copy files and database to the new host.
- Preview the new copy using a temporary URL or a hosts-file entry.
- Test forms, logins, checkout and images.
- Freeze content edits and orders briefly, then sync the latest database.
- Switch DNS records or nameservers.
- Keep the old hosting active for at least a week.
How to move a WordPress site to a new host
For small sites, plugins such as All-in-One WP Migration or Duplicator package everything into one file. Larger sites are moved manually: files by SFTP or cPanel backup, the database exported with phpMyAdmin or the command line, and wp-config.php updated with new details. Many hosts also offer free migration, which is fine for simple sites; a paid website migration service is safer for stores and custom setups.
What should I back up before migration?
All website files, the full database, email accounts and their mail, DNS records (screenshot the zone), cron jobs, and any custom server settings. Save copies on your own computer or Google Drive, not just on the old server.
What access does a developer need for migration?
Usually a cPanel or hosting login for both the old and new hosts, domain registrar access (or someone available to change DNS), and WordPress admin. Create separate logins where possible and change passwords afterwards.
Domains, DNS and email during a move
How to change nameservers for my domain
Log in to your registrar, open the domain's DNS or nameserver settings, choose custom nameservers and enter the ones your new host gives you. If you only want to change the server, editing the A record to the new IP address is enough and keeps other DNS records as they are.
What is DNS propagation time?
Domain propagation is the time it takes for DNS changes to reach networks everywhere. With a low TTL it often takes minutes to a few hours, but can take up to 48 hours. During this period, some visitors see the old server and some the new one, which is why both must work.
How to transfer a domain from one registrar to another
Remove the transfer lock on the domain, get the authorization (EPP) code from the current registrar, start the transfer at the new registrar and approve it by email. Domains registered or transferred in the last 60 days usually cannot move. Transferring the domain is separate from moving hosting, and you do not need to do both together.
How to migrate emails to new hosting
Recreate each mailbox on the new host with the same address, copy old mail using IMAP sync or by connecting both accounts in an email client, then update MX records. A website migration service is also a good moment to shift email to Google Workspace or Zoho Mail.
Choosing new hosting
Shared vs VPS vs cloud hosting
Shared hosting puts many sites on one server and suits brochure sites and blogs. VPS hosting gives you dedicated resources and root access, good for busy WooCommerce stores and custom apps. Cloud hosting spreads load across servers and scales up easily, at a higher and more variable cost. If you migrate a website to a VPS server in India, someone must also manage updates and security on that server, either you, the freelancer or a managed panel.
Best web hosting for small business in India
Look for a data center in India or Singapore, LiteSpeed or NVMe storage, free SSL, daily backups, cPanel or an easy panel, and support that answers within hours. Compare renewal prices, not first-year discounts, and ask whoever handles your website migration service to shortlist two or three hosts.
Hostinger vs GoDaddy vs Bluehost India
All three sell shared hosting to Indian customers, and their plans, server locations and renewal prices change often, so compare them on the points above at the time you buy. Many owners keep their domain with one company and hosting with another. A common job is to move a website from GoDaddy to Hostinger while leaving the domain registered where it is.
Platform changes and post-migration checks
Can I migrate a Wix website to WordPress?
Yes, but Wix does not export a full site. A Wix to WordPress migration service usually imports blog posts through RSS, then rebuilds pages and design in WordPress and copies images manually. Set up 301 redirects from old Wix URLs to new ones to keep rankings.
How to install SSL after migration
Most Indian hosts provide a free certificate from the control panel (on cPanel hosts it is called AutoSSL), issued once DNS points to the new server. Then force HTTPS, update the site URL in WordPress and fix any mixed-content warnings for images loaded over http.
How to check if migration is complete
Before you release the final payment for a website migration service, use a DNS checker to confirm the new IP across regions, check that the new host's access logs show visits, test forms and payments, send and receive test emails, and confirm that Google Search Console shows no new crawl errors over the next week.
Ordering a website migration service
In your order, list the current host and new host, the domain registrar, number of sites and email accounts, approximate site size, and any time window when traffic is low. Once the freelancer takes your order, Naukri Mitra shares your mobile numbers with each other. Share logins only after that, preferably as separate temporary accounts, and change every password when the job is done. Payment goes directly to the freelancer, so pay the balance after you have tested the site and email on the new server.
You can also post a requirement for proposals. If you want ongoing care after the website migration service is done, look at website maintenance; for server and cloud setups, see DevOps and cloud. More services are under website development.
Website Migration & Hosting: frequently asked questions
How long does website migration take?
For a small WordPress site, a website migration service usually takes two to six hours of work, plus DNS propagation. Large stores, multiple sites or email migration can take one to three days. Platform changes such as Wix to WordPress take one to three weeks because pages are rebuilt rather than copied.
Will migrating my website affect SEO?
A hosting move with the same domain and URLs should not hurt rankings if downtime is avoided and the site stays fast. Problems arise when URLs change without 301 redirects, the new server is slow, or a staging noindex setting is left on. A careful website migration service checks all three.
Can I hire a website migration expert near me?
There is no need for someone local. Migration happens entirely through hosting panels, registrar accounts and SFTP, so a freelancer anywhere in India can provide a website migration service. Just make sure someone at your end can receive OTPs or approval emails from the registrar when needed.
Why is my website down after migration?
Common causes are DNS still propagating, wrong A record or nameservers, database details not updated in the configuration file, missing PHP extensions on the new server, or SSL not yet issued. A developer checks DNS first, then server error logs, and can point DNS back to the old host while fixing it.
Does hosting location matter for Indian visitors?
Yes. A server in India or nearby Singapore usually responds faster for Indian users than one in the US or Europe. A CDN such as Cloudflare reduces the gap for images and static files, but dynamic pages still depend on the server. Some businesses also prefer Indian data centers for data compliance reasons.
When can I cancel my old hosting?
Wait at least a week after the switch, until DNS has fully propagated, email is arriving at the new server and you have downloaded a final backup from the old account. Cancel only after confirming nothing still points to the old server, such as subdomains or email records.
- Do not pay the full amount in advance. Pay in parts as the work is delivered.
- Never share your OTP, UPI PIN, card details or bank password with anyone.
- Do not open .apk or .exe files, and do not install AnyDesk, TeamViewer or any screen-sharing app on anyone’s request.
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