Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Download WordPress to Move to Another Server

If you're planning to move your WordPress website from one server to another, you'll need to start with downloading your WordPress files and database. Here's how you can do it:

Step 1: Backup Your Website

Before starting the migration process, backup your website files and database. You can use a backup plugin like UpdraftPlus or BackupBuddy, or simply use the backup services provided by your hosting provider.

Step 2: Connect to Your Current Server

Connect to your current server's cPanel or FTP account using an FTP client like FileZilla. Locate and download all of your website's files from the server.

Step 3: Export Your Database

Log in to your website's database from your current server's cPanel. Navigate to the "Export" tab and export your entire database using the default settings.

Step 4: Create a New Database

Log in to your new server's cPanel and create a new database. Note down the database name, username, and password.

Step 5: Import Your Database

Navigate to the "Import" tab in your new server's cPanel and import the database file that you exported in step 3.

Step 6: Upload Your Website Files

Connect to your new server using an FTP client like FileZilla. Upload the website files that you downloaded in step 2 to the new server.

Step 7: Update Your Configuration File

Using a code editor, open the wp-config.php file in the website file directory and update the database name, username, and password with the new database credentials you created in step 4.

Step 8: Test Your Website

Visit your website on the new server and test it thoroughly. Make sure everything is working correctly and the pages are loading correctly.

That's it! You've successfully downloaded your WordPress files and database and moved them to a new server. With proper backup and careful execution, the migration process can be done without any hiccups.