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How to Import WordPress Site Into GoDaddy WordPress Hosting

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Introduction

Importing a WordPress website into a new hosting environment is an important step when migrating or rebuilding an online platform. A proper import process ensures that all website data, including pages, posts, images, plugins, and settings, is transferred without errors or data loss. GoDaddy’s managed WordPress hosting supports secure and efficient website imports using reliable migration tools.

This guidde explains how to import a WordPress site into GoDaddy WP Hosting using the All-in-One WP Migration plugin. It covers accessing the GoDaddy dashboard, opening the WordPress admin panel, installing the migration plugin, uploading the backup file, and verifying successful import. By following this guide, users can move their websites smoothly and confidently.

 

1. NOTE

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2. Access GoDaddy Account

This is the GoDaddy dashboard where you can locate your WordPress site and begin the import process by managing your hosting and accessing the WordPress admin panel.

Access GoDaddy Account

3. Manage All Hosting Sites

Click the Manage All button to view and control all your hosting sites within GoDaddy.

Manage All Hosting Sites

4. Open GoDaddy Hosting Panel

Switch to the GoDaddy hosting dashboard at host.godaddy.com to access hosting controls.

Open GoDaddy Hosting Panel

5. Access Hosting Options

Click the designated area to open hosting management options for your WordPress site.

Access Hosting Options

6. Open WP Admin Panel

Click WP Admin to open the WordPress dashboard, where you can import your existing website and manage all site settings.

Open WP Admin Panel

7. Switch To WP Admin Dashboard

This is the WordPress dashboard, where you can install plugins, import your website, and manage all site content and settings.

Switch To WP Admin Dashboard

8. Visit Original Site

Click the Visit Site link to view the live version of your original WordPress website.

Visit Original Site

9. Destination Website for Import

Click the featured content area describing the firm’s commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Destination Website for Import

10. Open Dashboard

From the Dashboard, you can start importing another WordPress website using a migration or import plugin.

Open Dashboard

11. Navigate To Add Plugin

Click Add Plugin to install a migration plugin, which is required to import another WordPress website into this site.

Navigate To Add Plugin

12. Install Migration Plugin

Click Install Now to add the migration plugin. This tool allows you to import your existing WordPress website into GoDaddy safely and without manual setup.

Install Migration Plugin

13. Activate Migration Plugin

Click the Activate button to enable the migration plugin on the original site.

Activate Migration Plugin

14. Open Migration Plugin

Click the All-in-One WP Migration plugin link to access its import/export features.

Open Migration Plugin

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15. Select Import Option

Click the Import option to begin importing the exported site file into the new hosting environment.

Select Import Option

16. Open File Selection

Click the area to open the file selection dialog for importing your site backup.

Open File Selection

17. Choose Import File

Choose the Import File option to upload your website backup file and start importing your WordPress site into GoDaddy.

Choose Import File

18. Proceed With Import

Click the Proceed button to start the import process of your WordPress site.

Proceed With Import

19. Finish Import Process

Click the Finish button to complete the import and finalize the migration.

Finish Import Process

20. Return To Dashboard

Click Dashboard to return to the main WordPress admin panel after the import is complete and manage your migrated website.

Return To Dashboard

21. Visit Migrated Site

Click the Visit Site link to view your WordPress website now hosted on GoDaddy.

Visit Migrated Site

22. Website Successfully Imported

Click the main promotional banner to verify that the migrated site content displays correctly on GoDaddy hosting.

Website Successfully Imported

Conclusion

By following this guide, you have successfully imported your WordPress website into GoDaddy hosting. Your site’s content, design, and functionality have been restored correctly in the new environment, ensuring continuity and stable performance. This process minimizes downtime and maintains user experience.

To ensure long-term stability, it is recommended to test website features, update plugins and themes, and create regular backups after the import. Proper maintenance will help keep your website secure, fast, and reliable.

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