Are you thinking of transferring your Wix site to a new host? If so, you may be wondering how long the process will take.
The good news is that transferring a Wix site is relatively quick and easy. In most cases, the entire process can be completed in less than an hour.
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Here’s a step-by-step guide to transferring your Wix site:
1. Backup your Wix site.
Before you begin the transfer process, it’s important to first backup your Wix site. This will ensure that all of your content and data is preserved during the transfer.
To backup your Wix site, simply log into your account and click on the ‘Backup & Restore’ section. From there, you can download a full backup of your site.
2. Export your Wix site.
Once you have a backup of your Wix site, you can begin the export process. To export your Wix site, log into your account and click on the ‘Export Site’ button.
3. Choose a new host for your Wix site.
Now it’s time to choose a new host for your Wix site. There are many different hosts out there that offer different features and pricing plans. Do some research and choose the one that’s right for you.
4. Import your Wix site to your new host.
Once you’ve chosen a new host, it’s time to import your Wix site. Most hosts will have an import tool that makes this process quick and easy. Simply follow the instructions provided by your new host.
5. Update your DNS settings.
The final step in transferring your Wix site is to update your DNS settings. This will ensure that visitors are directed to your new host when they try to access your site.
To update your DNS settings, log into your account with your domain registrar and update the ‘A’ record to point to the IP address of your new host. Once you’ve made this change, it can take up to 24 hours for the changes to propagate across the internet.
How Long Does It Take to Transfer a Wix Site?
As you can see, transferring a Wix site is a relatively quick and easy process that can be completed in less than an hour.
Follow these simple steps and you’ll have transferred in no time!
