{"id":6095,"date":"2016-11-30T09:42:43","date_gmt":"2016-11-30T09:42:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bodhost.com\/kb\/?p=6095"},"modified":"2026-02-26T14:03:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T14:03:10","slug":"website-migration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bodhost.com\/kb\/website-migration\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Issues with Website Migration"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

When migrating a website from a previous provider. It is important to test out the site while in development to ensure a smooth transition. If a website is incorrectly migrated, you can run the risk of losing not only functionality but also traffic and search visibility. Common issues that can persist following the move of all data, databases, and emails are:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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  1. Contact\/Enquiry Forms<\/strong> \u2013 Commonly, these forms use customized parameters and components that most likely won\u2019t exist within your new server. Furthermore, mail scripts can present a problem by specifying an SMTP mail server that is not compatible with the new host.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
  2. PHP and Module Version Differences <\/strong>\u2013 Identify the prerequisites of your site by using a simple PHP info script. You can then deploy a system that will be qualified to run your existing service.<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
  3. Permissions <\/strong>\u2013 All custom permissions must be present to ensure no loss of functionality during an FTP migration. Plesk migrations use to guarantee all permissions and settings are transferred. Free migration services offered by certain providers.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

    Following a sound migration process will give you the best chance at identifying issues quickly to relieve a lot of pressure and frustration.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    When migrating a website from a previous provider. It is important to test out the site while in development to ensure a smooth transition. If a website is incorrectly migrated,…<\/p>\n

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