How to migrate WordPress without losing SEO

Migrating WordPress from one host to another can be stressful, but with proper planning you won't lose ranking.

Step 1: Full backup

Before touching anything, make a backup of files and database. You never know what might fail.

Step 2: Migration with same URLs

Keep the same URLs on the new server. If you change the structure, configure 301 redirects.

Step 3: Update DNS gradually

Lower the domain TTL 24h before the change. This way propagation will be faster.