Website Migration Johannesburg
Move the site with a clear launch and recovery plan
A website migration can involve a new host, platform or domain. Each has different implications for files, databases, email and search visibility. We help Johannesburg businesses plan the move around what must continue working and what can be tested before switching visitors.
What to include in the scope
The inventory covers the live site, content, forms, integrations, domain settings and any email services sharing the domain. We identify the intended destination and take suitable backups. URL mapping is required where addresses change; moving every old page to the homepage is rarely a useful replacement strategy.
Practical decisions before starting
A planned switch includes checking the destination, certificates and important journeys. DNS changes can take time to reach different users, and website hosting and email routing must not be confused. After launch, we review redirects and remaining errors. Access and a tested recovery route matter before the old hosting is cancelled.
Common questions
Will migrating the website move my email too?
Not automatically. Website files, mailboxes and DNS records need separate planning.
Can we preserve the existing page URLs?
Often yes, especially on a host-only move. Platform or domain changes need an explicit address and redirect plan.