Free Website Migration: What NairoHost Moves for You

Learn what the free NairoHost migration service covers, what we need from you, and how to request a smooth, hands-off move to our servers.

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Switching hosts should not be stressful. NairoHost offers a free migration service where our team moves your website for you. Here is exactly what is covered and how to request it.

What We Migrate

  • Website files in public_html
  • Databases (MySQL)
  • Email accounts and their stored messages
  • DNS zone records so your setup is replicated

What We Need From You

To migrate from a cPanel-based host, the easiest path is to provide:

  • Your old host's cPanel login (URL, username, password), or
  • A full cPanel backup file if you prefer not to share logins

For non-cPanel hosts, we will advise the best approach based on your platform.

How to Request a Migration

  1. Order or set up your matching plan on NairoHost
  2. Open a ticket in the Technical/Migration department, or use the /contact page
  3. Provide the access details above and your domain name
  4. Tell us your preferred go-live timing

How It Works

  1. We copy everything to your NairoHost account without touching your live site
  2. We share a way to preview and test before go-live
  3. Once you approve, you update nameservers and the site goes live

Limits to Know

  • Very large or non-standard sites may need extra coordination
  • We migrate content as-is; we do not redesign or rebuild sites
  • Closed platforms like Wix cannot be copied and must be rebuilt

Tip: Request your migration a few days before any deadline so there is time to test and switch DNS calmly.

Ready to move? Message WhatsApp on +254 796 358081 or open a ticket to get started.

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