Migration

Can I migrate my site to a new web host without changing DNS settings?
Yes, BlogVault lets you migrate your site to a new server without changing the name servers. This ensures that the site is up and running on the new server ...
Sat, 22 Sep, 2018 at 11:25 AM
Do I need to transfer any files manually before migration?
No. BlogVault transfers your entire site – posts, pages, images, database, etc. for you. BlogVault carries out the process intelligently so you don’t have t...
Sat, 22 Sep, 2018 at 11:26 AM
Do I need to install the BlogVault plugin on the new domain or host before migration?
No, BlogVault migrates your site intelligently, so you have the least hassle possible. There are a couple of things you will have to take care of so that Bl...
Sat, 22 Sep, 2018 at 11:27 AM
Do I need to install WordPress before migration?
While we recommend installing WordPress because of the ease of the process, it is not mandatory.
Sat, 22 Sep, 2018 at 11:27 AM
Do I need to have a fresh WordPress install on the destination?
Fortunately not! You can use BlogVault to rewrite an existing WordPress installation (as long as it’s in a different location, i.e. different domain or diff...
Sat, 22 Sep, 2018 at 11:28 AM
Where are my FTP details processed?
FTP details input into BlogVault are processed on our servers. However, they are treated like payment details (i.e. they’re not stored on our servers). Once...
Sat, 22 Sep, 2018 at 11:29 AM
What if there is malware on my original site (source site)?
If there’s malware on your original site, we suggest that you get it cleaned up before you perform the migration. BlogVault’s Backup+Security plan can help ...
Sat, 22 Sep, 2018 at 11:34 AM
Will BlogVault start backing up the new site post migration?
Unless otherwise specified, BlogVault will backup a site following DNS resolution. If you migrated the site to a different URL, make sure the new URL is add...
Sat, 22 Sep, 2018 at 11:34 AM
Does BlogVault install or change any code on my site?
No. BlogVault doesn’t make any installations on your site. However, depending on the requirement of your destination host, the plugin might make a few chang...
Sat, 22 Sep, 2018 at 11:34 AM
Where is the copy of my site saved?
Your site’s data (a copy of it) is uploaded on to our servers. Once the data is moved to the destination server, it’s wiped from our servers. We do not have...
Sat, 22 Sep, 2018 at 11:34 AM