{"id":21909,"date":"2026-01-31T11:14:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-31T10:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.curiaweb.ch\/?p=21909"},"modified":"2026-08-25T11:26:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T09:26:00","slug":"hosting-change-free-migration-service","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.curiaweb.ch\/en\/hosting-wechsel-umzugsservice-kostenlos\/","title":{"rendered":"Stress-Free Hosting Migration: Our Free Website Transfer Service"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You want to change your hosting provider, but you keep putting off the move? You are not alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many companies stay with a hosting provider for years, even though they are long no longer satisfied with performance, support, or value for money. The most common reason is not the contract \u2013 but the worry about the actual migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What happens to the website? Will the emails be preserved? What about databases, DNS settings, and domains? And above all: Will the website be accessible during the transfer?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is precisely why CURIAWEB offers a upon switching to us <strong>free migration service for websites, databases and email accounts<\/strong>. Rather than simply providing you with a migration tool, we handle the technical transition for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why many companies delay switching hosts unnecessarily long<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Switching hosting providers is technically more demanding than switching mobile or electricity providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A hosting account often contains several interdependent components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Website files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Databases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WordPress or other CMS systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email accounts and existing messages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Domains and subdomains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DNS settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SSL certificates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PHP and server configurations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If only a part of it is copied incorrectly, the website may still function while, for example, emails are no longer delivered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Precisely these dependencies make many companies cautious. The consequence is often: they stick with a provider they have actually been dissatisfied with for a long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Switching hosts doesn't have to be a risk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A professionally prepared hosting migration can in most cases be carried out with very little or no noticeable disruption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crucial point is the order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The existing website is not simply shut down and then rebuilt on the new server. Instead, a copy is first set up in the new hosting environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There, the website, database, and configuration can be tested while the previous website remains accessible. The actual switchover only takes place once the new environment is working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This significantly reduces the risk when changing providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free moving service at CURIAWEB: What we handle for you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you switch your web hosting to CURIAWEB, you do not have to migrate your website yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the existing setup, our migration service includes the essential components of your previous hosting account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Website and files<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are transferring the required website files from the previous hosting to the new environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Basically, it doesn't matter whether it's a classic HTML website, WordPress, or another supported CMS. Before the switch, we check what prerequisites exist for the migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Databases<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dynamic websites store a large portion of their content not in files, but in databases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This includes, for example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>WordPress posts and pages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WooCommerce products and settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>User accounts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CMS configurations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Form and plugin data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will take over the required databases and restore the connection between the website and the database in the new hosting environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. WordPress Migration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In WordPress, it is not always enough to simply copy files and the database.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PHP versions, plugins, themes, file permissions, or special configurations can play a role during the migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, at CURIAWEB, a WordPress migration is not simply regarded as a copy process. The website is checked after the transfer before the final switchover takes place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you specifically want to switch with a WordPress website, you can find more information at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curiaweb.ch\/en\/wordpress-hosting\/\"><strong>WordPress Hosting at CURIAWEB<\/strong><\/a> .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Email accounts and existing messages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For companies, email migration is often even more critical than website migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A change of provider should therefore not only take the website into account. Existing mailboxes and messages must also be included in the planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the existing environment, email accounts and existing messages can be migrated to the new system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before the switchover, we will also check the relevant DNS settings for email traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These include in particular:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MX records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SPF<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DKIM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DMARC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We explain why these settings are important for reliable email communication in our guide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curiaweb.ch\/en\/spf-dkim-and-dmarc-explained-simply\/\"><strong>SPF, DKIM, and DMARC explained simply<\/strong><\/a> .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. DNS and Domain Configuration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The domain is the connection between visitors, website, and email infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, the DNS configuration is one of the most critical points of a hosting migration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before the switchover, website, mail, and, if applicable, other DNS records must be taken into account, among other things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A domain transfer is not strictly necessary in this case. A domain can generally remain with the previous registrar and still point to the new hosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you also want to transfer the domain to CURIAWEB, this can be coordinated separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curiaweb.ch\/en\/domain-transfer-ohne-ausfall\/\"><strong>Domain Transfer Without Downtime: Checklist and Common Mistakes<\/strong><\/a> .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">This is how the hosting migration to CURIAWEB works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We try to keep the switch consciously simple. Normally, the process can be broken down into a few steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Choose suitable hosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, you select the hosting package that fits your website and your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are unsure which package is needed, we can evaluate the existing setup in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can find our hosting offers at: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curiaweb.ch\/en\/swiss-hosting\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"16608\">Web hosting with CURIAWEB<\/a><\/strong> .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Provide access to previous hosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the migration, depending on your previous provider, we need access to the relevant hosting data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The required information will be transmitted via the designated support channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Transfer data to the new hosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We transfer the required files, databases, and \u2013 if agreed upon and technically feasible \u2013 the existing e-mail data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The previous website will remain accessible on the old hosting during this phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Test website on the new hosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before the domain points to the new environment, we are testing the migrated website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the project, we check, among other things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Website accessibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Database connection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>important pages and features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WordPress backend<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SSL configuration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>basic email configuration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Point DNS to the new hosting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only when the new environment is ready will the domain or DNS configuration be switched over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since the previous website will remain running until then, the transition can in many cases take place without any noticeable interruption for visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: Follow-up check<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the switchover, we will check whether the website and the agreed services are accessible via the new environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only after that is the actual hosting transfer complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does the hosting migration cost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With CURIAWEB, the migration is part of a switch to a suitable hosting offer <strong>essentially free<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With this, we want to eliminate one of the biggest hurdles when switching providers: you shouldn't have to pay extra just because you are no longer satisfied with your previous hosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the case of exceptionally large, complex, or technically unique environments, we clarify the scope before the migration begins. This ensures you know in advance what is possible and whether any special features need to be taken into account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long does a hosting transfer take?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is not possible to reliably state a flat-rate duration. It depends, among other things, on the size of the website, the volume of data, the number of email accounts, and the existing infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A small WordPress website is naturally easier to migrate than a large WooCommerce store with many gigabytes of data and numerous mailboxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crucial point, therefore, is not to carry out the change as quickly as possible, but to prepare it properly and only switch over once the new environment has been tested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is happening to my Google rankings?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fear of losing rankings also often keeps companies from changing their hosting provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, during a pure hosting change, neither the domain, the URLs, nor the content of the website change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the migration is carried out in a technically clean manner and the website remains accessible, there is basically no reason why changing the hosting provider alone should lead to a loss of existing rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the contrary, if performance and stability improve, the new technical foundation can even bring long-term advantages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We cover this topic in detail in the article <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curiaweb.ch\/en\/wordpress-hosting-wechsel-ohne-rankingverlust\/\"><strong>Migrating WordPress hosting without losing rankings<\/strong><\/a> .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When is it worth switching hosting providers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not every reason justifies switching providers immediately. However, if problems occur permanently, the existing solution should be critically reviewed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typical reasons for a change are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>consistently slow website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>frequent outages or poor accessibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support responds too slowly or doesn't help<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>unclear or rapidly rising costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>outdated technical environment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email or spam problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>missing backups or unclear recovery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WordPress is running unstably<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bad hosting doesn't have to be accepted just because switching seems technically complicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hosting migration for WordPress and WooCommerce<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Particular attention is required for dynamic websites such as WordPress and, in particular, WooCommerce stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During a migration, new orders, customer accounts, or other data can be created in an online store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, the switching time in such systems must be carefully planned so that no current data is lost during the transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right here, a controlled migration makes much more sense than an unmonitored automatic move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the domain need to be transferred as well?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Hosting change and domain transfer are two different processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your domain can remain with your current registrar while the website is already hosted at CURIAWEB. For this, only the corresponding DNS settings need to be adjusted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you would like to manage your domain and hosting centrally with one provider in the future, the domain can of course also be transferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I also switch my emails to CURIAWEB?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Upon request, a hosting migration can also include the email environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this context, it must be determined on an individual basis how the existing mailboxes are structured and which system they currently operate on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Especially with business email, a coordinated migration is important so that DNS, mailboxes, and security mechanisms work together correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Information about our solutions can be found at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curiaweb.ch\/en\/spamexperts-spam-filter\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"18798\">E-Mail &amp; Security at CURIAWEB<\/a><\/strong> .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why CURIAWEB personally supports the move<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Migrations can be partially automated. However, that does not mean every website can be transferred without issues using a single migration tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Different PHP versions, server configurations, database sizes, plugins, or individual applications can complicate an automated transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, we do not view a hosting change merely as a file transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At CURIAWEB, you get a dedicated contact person who guides you through the transition and doesn't simply refer you to migration tool documentation when you encounter special circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CURIAWEB is a Swiss company based in Chur. The hosting infrastructure is located in professional data centers in Germany. With this, we combine personalized support from Switzerland with high-performance European infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You want to switch, but don't know if your setup is complicated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then you don't have to judge that yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Especially with older websites, multiple domains, numerous email accounts, WordPress multisites, WooCommerce stores, or custom applications, a brief technical assessment prior to the migration is advisable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Together with you, we will look at what needs to be migrated and which special features should be taken into account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This way, you know what the move will look like before you switch \u2013 and you won't experience any unnecessary surprises along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.curiaweb.ch\/en\/website-relocation-service\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"17254\">Request free hosting migration<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion: You shouldn't stay with the wrong hosting provider just out of fear of moving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Switching hosts seems complicated when website, databases, email, and domain all have to be taken into account at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is precisely why you do not have to carry out the move yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a prepared migration, a tested new environment, and a coordinated DNS switch, a provider change can in most cases be carried out safely and with minimal disruption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At CURIAWEB, we handle the technical migration for new clients completely free of charge. 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