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Transfer your website to Netfirms
To transfer your existing website to Netfirms, sign up for a hosting plan using your existing domain name (make sure the "I already own this domain" check box is selected). Your Netfirms account will be set up instantly. You can start uploading your files right away. Our friendly Website Transfer Experts are at your service 24 hours day to help make your transfer effortless. 1. What are the benefits of transferring my existing website to a Netfirms hosting plan?  save money with everyday low pricesyour website will run faster and more reliablygrow your website with better featuresFREE domain names with many Netfirms hosting planshost your site with an established company that will help you succeed on the web2. How do I do it? The process is easier than you might think. Full instructions are provided in the Netfirms Knowledgebase. Here's a quick summary: i. Using your existing domain name, sign up for a Netfirms hosting plan ii. Upload your files to your Netfirms account and test your website iii. Point your domain to Netfirms iv. Cancel your old hosting account 3. Will my website go down during the transition? No. As long as you complete the steps as described in the Knowledgebase your website will work great the whole time. 4. Can I keep my e-mail addresses? Yes! You can use the same e-mail addresses at Netfirms that you had at your old hosting company. 5. What about my databases - can I transfer those too? Yes! You'll be able to export / import your databases to your Netfirms website. You can do it yourself, or we can do it for you. 6. Is there any fee for transferring? No, the transfer process to Netfirms is free. 7. Can someone at Netfirms help me with the transfer? Yes! Netfirms Website Transfer Assistants are at your service via phone and e-mail if you need help. These friendly experts will make the transition a smooth one. |
