How do I Switch From a Free Host to Hostgator?

Discussion in 'Web Hosting' started by crutchy, Feb 27, 2010.

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    How easy is it to change my wordpress blog, that is hosted on byethost FREE host to Hostgator?

    I don't want to lose any images, posts or settings!
     
    crutchy, Feb 27, 2010 IP
  2. CoreyPeerFly

    CoreyPeerFly Notable Member Affiliate Manager

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    I'm pretty sure HostGator will do this for you.

    Does your current host use cPanel?
     
    CoreyPeerFly, Feb 27, 2010 IP
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    zinghana Well-Known Member

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    This is very easy... backup your files... and databases.. hostgator have a import system under their Cpanel which will enable you to basically restore you to restore your current sire on their servers... use a coupon and you will save also :)

    Good luck
     
    zinghana, Feb 27, 2010 IP
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    prilep Well-Known Member

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    It's pretty easy. If you want shoot me a PM and I can help you.

    - Prilep :)
     
    prilep, Feb 27, 2010 IP
  5. PrestonHost

    PrestonHost Member

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    Hostgator should be able to assist you. Their support staff are great
     
    PrestonHost, Feb 28, 2010 IP
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    micksss Notable Member

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    They definitely will help you move everything over.
     
    micksss, Feb 28, 2010 IP
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    SauravHosting Peon

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    Hostgator does that for you so you dont have to worry
     
    SauravHosting, Feb 28, 2010 IP
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    ~ServerPoint~ Banned

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    I agree. Any web host will be able to do that for you. But some web host might charge you additionally for that ;)
     
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    papa2ae Active Member

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    Hi,

    Let hostgator do it for you (their support is top notch) plus, you dont have to pay dimes for it.

    Just give hostgator login details to your previous account.

    But if you just wana do it - then just copy the public_html directory and the db.

    regards,
    Ryan
     
    papa2ae, Mar 2, 2010 IP
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    Mystique Well-Known Member

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    Host a free blog in Wordpress is the worst choice anyone can do, but indeed Hostgator can always help in this case.
     
    Mystique, Mar 3, 2010 IP
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    masticafe Peon

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    hostgator customer service rocks they will help u definately :)
     
    masticafe, Mar 8, 2010 IP