WordPress Self-Service Migration - How to Migrate Your WordPress Website

This article explains the integration of a plugin with an industry-leading migration solution. This integration aims to simplify the migration process for transferring WordPress sites from other hosting providers to Bluehost

Benefits

• Seamless User Experience: Migrate your WordPress sites with ease, enhancing overall satisfaction.
• Enhanced Customer Support: manual support available to address any migration issues beyond the capabilities of the Bluehost support team, ensuring your success.

Migrating your WordPress Website

Note: Some images or pages may not be displayed on the temporary URL if their links reference the domain name, which is normal. These images and links should work properly after you have completed the steps below.

1. Log in to the destination account (the account that you want to migrate to).
2. Open the Hosting tab from the side navigation to the left.
3. Click the ADD SITE button.
4. Under the Add Site section, follow the steps below:
   1. Click the Transfer an existing WordPress option.
   2. Click the CONTINUE button.
   3. Connect the source website: 
      • Enter the URL of the website to transfer (such as https://example.com) into the form.
      • Click the Connect button.
      • Log in to the existing website you wish to authorize and migrate over to your account.
        1. Enter the Username/Email Address.
        2. Enter the Password.
        3. Click the Log in button.
      • Once logged in, click the Yes, I approve of this connection button.
   4. Once the Authorization has been approved, the migration tool will copy the files, content and databases.
   5. Once the migration is complete, you will see the Your migration is complete prompt.Click the Go to site button.
   6. The final step is to connect your domain. Contact your hosting provider for your domain name to change your name servers to the correct BRAND name servers. Visit our article on modifying nameservers with other registrars for more information.

   Important note: Updating your nameservers can overwrite any custom DNS settings that may exist for your domain name. Please contact your hosting provider to determine if your domain is using custom DNS to manage email, subdomains, newsletters, or other services in order to prevent these services from being impacted.

   How to Migrate Your Existing WordPress.com Site

   Embarking on your migration journey? We've got you covered. Our detailed step-by-step guide ensures you have a seamless transition of your WordPress.com site to our WordPress hosting environment. Dive into our guide on Migrating an Existing WordPress.com Site to help you navigate you through every step of moving your site.

   Exploring Migration Tools

   The thought of migrating your website is daunting but with the right tools, it becomes a breeze. We offer a plugin that's designed to automate the migration process which makes it easy for you to transition your website to us. Discover the ease of migration and how this plugin can work for you by exploring WordPress Migration Plugin: Moving Your Website Just Got Easier.

   How to Migrate Your WordPress Website Manually

   If you prefer or require a manual migration approach, we also have the resources that you need. Our WordPress Manual Migration guide ensures that your entire migration process is manageble, less daunting, and entirely within your reach.

   Finding Your Hosting Fit

   If you want to explore other hosting options aside from WordPress, we have other hosting options that are tailored for your business's needs.

   • Web hosting for your growing business. If you're just starting out or are looking for scalable hosting plans that can accommodate your growing business, our web hosting plans offer a perfect blend of simplicity, performance, and value. Our plans have everything you need to make your mark online.

   Summary

   Bluehost offers a game-changing migration solution: a plugin with industry-leading migration capabilities. This is designed to make your transition as seamless as possible. Dive deeper into how to take advantage of this plugin, and understand the steps for both automated and manual migrations. Plus, discover how to find the hosting solution that best fits your needs, whether you're managing a personal blog, a bustling online store, or anything in between. With Bluehost, migrating your WordPress site is easier and more accessible than ever.

   If you need further assistance, feel free to contact us via Chat or Phone:

   • Chat Support - While on our website, you should see a CHAT bubble in the bottom right-hand corner of the page. Click anywhere on the bubble to begin a chat session.
   • Phone Support -
     • US: 888-401-4678
     • International: +1 801-765-9400

   You may also refer to our Knowledge Base articles to help answer common questions and guide you through various setup, configuration, and troubleshooting steps.