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How to Migrate WordPress Website to Hostinger WordPress Hosting

Introduction

Migrating a WordPress website to a new hosting platform requires careful planning to avoid data loss, broken links, or downtime. Hostinger provides reliable WordPress hosting that supports easy website migration using trusted tools such as the All-in-One WP Migration plugin. This plugin allows users to export their complete website, including files, databases, themes, plugins, and settings, and import it into a new hosting environment without technical complexity.

This guidde explains the step-by-step process to migrate a WordPress website to Hostinger WordPress Hosting. It covers exporting the existing website, downloading the backup file, importing it into the new Hostinger account, and finalizing site settings such as permalinks. By following this guide, users can ensure a smooth and secure website transfer.


1. NOTE

To migrate your existing WordPress website to Hostinger WordPress Hosting, start by exporting the website before proceeding with the migration.

We are exporting the existing website from https://darkturquoise-buffalo-320933.hostingersite.com/ to migrate it to another hosting.

2. Existing Website for Export

This is the existing website that will be exported and migrated to another hosting.

Existing Website for Export

3. Open Dashboard

Click Dashboard to view your hosting control panel.

Open Dashboard

4. Add New Plugin

Click Add Plugin to start installing a new WordPress plugin.

Add New Plugin

5. Search for Plugins

Click Search Plugins to find the plugin you need for migration.

Search for Plugins

6. Install Migration Plugin

Click Install Now to add the All-in-One WP Migration plugin to your WordPress site.

Install Migration Plugin

7. Activate Migration Plugin

Click Activate to enable the All-in-One WP Migration plugin.

Activate Migration Plugin

8. Open Migration Plugin

Click All-in-One WP Migration to open the plugin interface.

Open Migration Plugin

9. Click Export

Click the Export button to generate and download the exported site file.

Click Export

10. Choose Export site to

Choose the website you want to export from the list.

Choose Export site to

11. Select Export File

Click File to choose the export option for your website backup.

Select Export File

12. Download Backup File

Click the backup file sized 56 MB to select it for download.

Download Backup File

13. Close Export Window

Click Close to exit the export interface after downloading your backup.

Close Export Window

14. NOTE

“The existing website has been successfully exported, and the same backup has been used to migrate the website to this hosting.

The migrated website can be viewed at the URL given below

https://sandybrown-starling-957372.hostingersite.com/

15. Another Hosting Dashboard

You will learn how to reach your website dashboard and visit your live site efficiently.

Another Hosting Dashboard

16. Click Websites Menu

Click the Websites menu in your Hostinger dashboard to view all your hosted sites.

Click Websites Menu

17. Access WP Admin Panel

Click the WP Admin button to open the WordPress administration panel for your site.

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Access WP Admin Panel

18. Switch To Specific Hosting Site

Switch to the hosting site sandybrown-starling-957372.hostingersite.com to manage that particular WordPress installation.

Switch To Specific Hosting Site

19. Visit Your WordPress Site

Click Visit Site to open the live version of your WordPress website in a new tab or window.

Visit Your WordPress Site

20. Destination Website for Import

This website is the target site where the previously exported website is being imported.

Destination Website for Import

21. Switch Hosting Account

Switch to your new Hostinger WordPress hosting account to begin import.

Switch Hosting Account

22. Open New Dashboard

Click Dashboard to access the control panel of your new hosting account.

Open New Dashboard

23. Access Migration Plugin

Click All-in-One WP Migration to open the plugin on your new site.

Access Migration Plugin

24. Start Import Process

Click Import to begin importing your website backup file.

Start Import Process

25. Open Import Options

Click here to open the import file selection dialog.

Open Import Options

26. Select Import File

Click here to choose the backup file for import.

Select Import File

27. Proceed with Import

Click Proceed > to continue with the import process.

Proceed with Import

28. Finish Import

Click Finish > to complete the website import.

Finish Import

29. Open Settings Menu

Click the Settings option in Hostingersite to access the configuration panel where permalink settings are located.

Open Settings Menu

30. Access Permalink Settings

Click the Permalinks section within the Settings menu to view and modify your website’s URL structure options.

Access Permalink Settings

31. Save Permalink Changes

Click the Save Changes button to apply and store your updated permalink settings, ensuring your website URLs are configured correctly.

Save Permalink Changes

32. Visit Migrated Site

Click Visit Site to view your migrated WordPress website on Hostinger.

Visit Migrated Site

33. Website Successfully Migrated

The website has been successfully migrated and is now live on the new hosting environment.

Website Successfully Migrated

Conclusion

By following this guide, you have successfully migrated your WordPress website to Hostinger WordPress Hosting using the All-in-One WP Migration plugin. The process included exporting your original site, importing it into the new hosting account, verifying the migrated content, and updating permalink settings to maintain proper URL structure.

After migration, it is recommended to thoroughly test your website, check all pages and forms, and confirm that plugins and themes are working correctly. Regular backups and performance monitoring will help keep your migrated website secure and optimized for long-term success.

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