{"id":8723,"date":"2026-05-29T13:04:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T11:04:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/?post_type=manual_kb&#038;p=8723"},"modified":"2026-06-09T06:11:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T04:11:01","slug":"how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server","status":"publish","type":"manual_kb","link":"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prepare for Migrating a Website to a New Server"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"translation-block translation-block-merged\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Migrating a website to a new server is an important process that requires careful planning and preparation. Whether you&#8217;re moving to improve performance, reduce costs, or take advantage of better hosting features, taking the right steps beforehand can help prevent downtime, data loss, and configuration issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While many hosting providers offer migration assistance, understanding the process yourself can help ensure a smooth transition and allow you to verify that everything has been transferred correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Current_server_rating\" >Current server rating<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Selecting_a_new_server\" >Selecting a new server<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Transferring_files\" >Transferring files<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Database_transfer\" >Database transfer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Testing_the_site_after_the_transfer\" >Testing the site after the transfer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#URL_Redirects_and_Updates\" >URL Redirects and Updates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Post-transfer_monitoring\" >Post-transfer monitoring<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Security_and_backups\" >Security and backups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Verification_and_corrections\" >Verification and corrections<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Making_DNS_changes\" >Making DNS changes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Transfer_Notification\" >Transfer Notification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Domain_transfer\" >Domain transfer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Technical_support\" >Technical support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Summary\" >Summary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Will_moving_a_website_to_a_new_server_affect_SEO\" >Will moving a website to a new server affect SEO?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Should_I_create_backups_before_migrating\" >Should I create backups before migrating?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#How_long_does_DNS_propagation_take\" >How long does DNS propagation take?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Can_I_migrate_my_website_myself\" >Can I migrate my website myself?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/en\/knowledgebase\/how-to-prepare-for-migrating-a-website-to-a-new-server\/#Is_there_a_risk_of_data_loss_during_migration\" >Is there a risk of data loss during migration?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Current_server_rating\"><\/span>Current server rating<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"mybox-3106068129\" class=\"mybox-content mybox-entity-placement\"><div class=\"early-access-banner-inpost\">\r\n  <div class=\"banner-left-inpost\">\r\n    <div class=\"icon-box-inpost\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mybox.com\/help\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/square-info-icon.svg\" alt=\"Info\">\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"text-box-inpost\">\r\n      <span class=\"label-inpost\"><span class=\"translation-block translation-block-banner-text\">Early access<\/span><\/span>\r\n      <h4><span class=\"translation-block translation-block-banner-text\">Still need help?<\/span><\/h4>\r\n      <p><span class=\"translation-block translation-block-banner-text\">Contact our customer service team.<\/span><\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"banner-right-inpost\">\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/panel.mybox.com\/helpdesk2\/v\/list\/\" class=\"banner-button-inpost\"><span class=\"translation-block translation-block-banner-text\">Message us<\/span><\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"translation-block translation-block-merged\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before planning a migration, evaluate your current hosting environment. Consider factors such as website speed, uptime, storage usage, bandwidth consumption, resource limitations, and any recurring technical issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your existing setup will help you select a new hosting environment that better matches your requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Selecting_a_new_server\"><\/span>Selecting a new server<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the right hosting solution is one of the most important steps in the migration process. Look for a provider that offers reliable infrastructure, strong performance, responsive technical support, and sufficient resources for your website&#8217;s current and future needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider factors such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SSD or NVMe storage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Server location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automatic backups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scalability options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customer support availability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Review customer feedback and compare plans before making your final decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transferring_files\"><\/span>Transferring files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once your new hosting environment is ready, create a complete backup of your website files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can transfer files using:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>FTP or SFTP clients<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>File Manager tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Migration plugins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Command-line tools such as rsync<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Verify that all files, including hidden files such as <code>.htaccess<\/code>, have been copied successfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Database_transfer\"><\/span>Database transfer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dynamic websites typically rely on one or more databases. Before migrating, export the entire database from the current server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The general process includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exporting the database to an SQL file.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creating a new database on the destination server.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Importing the exported backup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Updating application configuration files with the new database credentials.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the import is complete, verify that the website can successfully connect to the database.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Testing_the_site_after_the_transfer\"><\/span>Testing the site after the transfer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before directing visitors to the new server, thoroughly test the website in the new environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Page loading functionality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigation menus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact forms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>User login areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search functionality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>E-commerce features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Media files and downloads<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Testing before changing DNS records helps identify issues while the live website remains unaffected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"URL_Redirects_and_Updates\"><\/span>URL Redirects and Updates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some cases, website URLs may change during migration. If this happens, implement appropriate redirects to ensure visitors and search engines reach the correct content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Review:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Internal links<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Image URLs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Canonical tags<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sitemap entries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Third-party integrations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Proper redirects help preserve search engine rankings and provide a seamless user experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Post-transfer_monitoring\"><\/span>Post-transfer monitoring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the migration is complete, monitor the website closely for several days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pay attention to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Website availability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loading times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Error logs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resource usage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>User reports<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early monitoring allows you to identify and resolve issues before they impact visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Security_and_backups\"><\/span>Security and backups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A migration is an excellent opportunity to review your website&#8217;s security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider implementing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SSL certificates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong passwords<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Firewall protection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malware scanning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-factor authentication<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, establish a regular backup strategy so that your website can be restored quickly if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Verification_and_corrections\"><\/span>Verification and corrections<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the website is operational on the new server, perform a complete review of all functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Forms and email delivery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>User accounts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Administrative panels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Media content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scheduled tasks and cron jobs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Third-party integrations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Resolve any problems immediately to ensure the website operates normally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Making_DNS_changes\"><\/span>Making DNS changes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After testing confirms everything is functioning correctly, update your DNS records to point the domain to the new server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DNS propagation may take anywhere from a few minutes to 48 hours depending on various factors. During this period, some visitors may still access the old server while others reach the new one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this reason, it is recommended to keep both servers active until propagation is complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transfer_Notification\"><\/span>Transfer Notification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the migration could affect visitors, notify them in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may choose to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Publish a website announcement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send an email notification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Post updates on social media<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keeping users informed helps manage expectations and reduces support requests during the migration period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Domain_transfer\"><\/span>Domain transfer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are also moving your domain registration to a different provider, verify all transfer requirements beforehand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Make sure that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The domain is unlocked.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Authorization codes are available if required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DNS records are documented.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact information is up to date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Domain transfers and hosting migrations can be performed separately or together, depending on your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technical_support\"><\/span>Technical support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you encounter difficulties during the migration process, contact your hosting provider&#8217;s support team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Professional technical assistance can help with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>File transfers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Database imports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DNS configuration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email migration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Troubleshooting unexpected errors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using available support resources can significantly reduce migration risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Summary\"><\/span>Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Preparing properly before moving a website to a new server greatly reduces the risk of downtime and technical issues. By evaluating your current environment, selecting the right hosting platform, creating backups, testing thoroughly, and monitoring performance after the migration, you can ensure a smooth transition for both your website and its visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_moving_a_website_to_a_new_server_affect_SEO\"><\/span>Will moving a website to a new server affect SEO?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A properly executed migration should not negatively affect SEO. However, if URLs change, you should implement redirects and update related SEO settings to preserve search engine rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_create_backups_before_migrating\"><\/span>Should I create backups before migrating?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Always create complete backups of your website files, databases, and configuration settings before starting the migration process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_DNS_propagation_take\"><\/span>How long does DNS propagation take?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DNS propagation can occur within minutes but may take up to 48 hours in some cases, depending on DNS caching and provider settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_migrate_my_website_myself\"><\/span>Can I migrate my website myself?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, if you are comfortable managing files, databases, and DNS settings. 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