WHM Transfer Tool can move cPanel accounts from one server to another. It is powerful, but it should be used carefully because migrations involve files, databases, email, DNS, SSL and account settings.
Before using Transfer Tool
- Confirm root or reseller access to the source server.
- Check available disk space on the destination.
- Review PHP versions and application requirements.
- Check whether email is hosted locally or externally.
- Take backups where possible.
- Plan DNS changes.
What Transfer Tool can migrate
It can normally copy cPanel account files, databases, email accounts, DNS zones and settings. Exact behaviour depends on source permissions, cPanel versions and server configuration.
Post-transfer checks
- Check website loading before DNS cutover.
- Check databases restored correctly.
- Check email accounts exist.
- Check SSL status.
- Check DNS zone records.
- Check cron jobs.
Best practice
Do not update DNS until the transferred account has been tested. For important migrations, lower TTL values in advance where possible.
Need help?
Open a support ticket directly from within your GetHosting.online customer account. Phone support is also welcome on (+44) 01457 337 247. For international contact numbers, please see our contact page.
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