Migrating a WordPress website can be a stressful experience, especially when using plugins that sometimes fail or cause additional problems. In this article, I will show you how to migrate your website using the free Migrate Guru plugin, which offers a smooth and simple process regardless of your host.
Why Use Migrate Guru?
Migrate Guru is a free WordPress plugin available in the repository that simplifies the migration process. With its easy-to-use interface and reliable performance, it’s quickly becoming the go-to solution for many web developers.
Step-by-Step Migration Process
- Install and activate the Migrate Guru plugin on both the source (development) and destination websites.
- On the source website, navigate to the Migrate Guru settings and enter your email address. Agree to the terms and click “Migrate Site”.
- Choose “Other Hosts” from the list of options and enter the migration key, which you can obtain from the destination website’s Migrate Guru settings.
- Click “Migrate” to initiate the process.
Migration Time
The migration time varies depending on the size of your website. Small websites may take only 3-5 minutes, while larger websites, such as e-commerce or photography sites, may take 30-60 minutes.
Embrace Stress-Free Website Migration with Migrate Guru!
Migrate Guru offers a more straightforward and reliable migration process compared to other plugins like All-in-One Migration. By following the simple steps outlined in this blog post, you can easily migrate your WordPress website without any hassle.
Give Migrate Guru a try and let us know what you think inside the group. With its unbeatable price tag (it’s free!) and seamless process, I’m confident it will become your go-to solution for website migration.
Kyle Van Deusen
After spending 15 years as a graphic designer and earning a business degree, I launched my agency, OGAL Web Design, in 2017. A year later, after finding the amazing community around WordPress, I co-found The Admin Bar, which has grown to become the #1 community for WordPress professionals. I'm a husband and proud father of three, and a resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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