Migrate a WordPress Site from One Shared Hosting to Another Without SSH

Why Migrate Without SSH?

When migrating a WordPress site from one shared hosting to another, SSH access is not always available. Many hosts limit this access for security reasons. Therefore, it is essential to know a reliable method to migrate without SSH.

Prepare Your WordPress Site

Before starting the migration, prepare your site. Ensure it is up to date. Perform a complete backup of the database and files.

1. Update WordPress and Plugins

Log in to your WordPress dashboard. Ensure your site is running on the latest version of WordPress. Update your plugins and themes to avoid incompatibilities during the migration.

2. Backup Your Site

Use a reliable backup plugin like UpdraftPlus or Duplicator to create a complete backup. Download this backup to your computer for easy access.

Migrate with WP Migrate Toolkit

WP Migrate Toolkit significantly simplifies the migration process without SSH.

Step 1: Install the WP Migrate Toolkit Plugin

Download and install the WP Migrate Toolkit plugin on your source site. Activate it and follow the instructions to configure the migration.

Step 2: Export Your Database

Use the plugin to export your database. The process is guided, and you will get an SQL file ready to be imported on the new hosting.

Step 3: Transfer the Files

Use an FTP client like FileZilla to transfer your site's files to the new hosting. Ensure all files are copied correctly.

Step 4: Import the Database

Access phpMyAdmin on your new hosting. Import the exported SQL file into the new database. Configure the wp-config.php file to reflect these new connection details.

Testing and Validation

After completing the migration, test your site on the new hosting. Verify that all pages and functionalities work correctly.

1. Check Links

Ensure all internal links point to the correct domain. Fix broken links if necessary.

2. Test Functionality

Test forms, cart options, and other critical functionalities to ensure optimal operation.

Conclusion

Migrating a WordPress site without SSH access may seem complex, but with the right tools, it's manageable. WP Migrate Toolkit provides an effective solution to simplify the process. Try WP Migrate Toolkit now and ease your next migration by downloading the CLI or the plugin.