Migrate without stress and without service interruption.
Server migration is a high-risk operation. An oversight can lead to hours of downtime, data loss, or hard-to-diagnose performance issues.
This checklist covers the most common migrations: hosting provider change, server upgrade, cloud migration. It's designed to minimize risks and interruption time.
The key to a successful migration is preparation. The more you prepare, the fewer surprises on D-day. Use this checklist several days before migration.
Actions to perform before migration:
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Depends on size. A simple migration can take 1h, a complex one several days. Always plan for more than needed.
Use continuous synchronization, fast DNS switchover (low TTL), and test everything in advance. Perceived downtime can be near zero.
Immediate rollback. That's why the rollback plan must be ready and tested beforehand. Never migrate without a safety net.
Depends on your audience. If traffic is lower on weekends, that's preferable. But make sure you have human resources available.
Externalize sessions (Redis, database) or plan for users to reconnect. Warn them if necessary.
Yes, for migrations with downtime risk. Proactive communication reassures and avoids support tickets.
A well-prepared migration is a successful migration. This checklist guides you through each step to avoid oversights and bad surprises.
MoniTao accompanies you during and after migration by monitoring your services on both old and new servers. You know immediately if something goes wrong.
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