How to Migrate Your Website to a New Host Without Downtime

Moving hosts is easier than most people expect when you follow a safe order of steps.

1. Take a full backup of files and database.
2. Set up the new account and import the backup.
3. Test the site using a temporary URL or your hosts file.
4. Lower your DNS TTL a day before the move.
5. Point the domain to the new server and monitor.
6. Keep the old plan active for a few days.

Many providers offer free migration - ask before you pay for it.