How to migrate to InterServer
Moving an existing site to InterServer — what they handle for you, what you'll do yourself, and the safe order to do it in.
Free migration not advertised
Control panel: cPanel
Support during your move: 24/7 live chat, ticket, phone
Who This Migration Fits
For sites currently on shared hosting where uptime (100% over 365 days) and raw storage (9999GB) outweigh bleeding-edge speed (504ms fully loaded desktop). The $2.50/mo intro price is 64% off the $7 renewal, so budget for the jump.
Pre-Migration Prep
- Back up everything — no provider-side backup tools are listed in the data pack.
- Lower DNS TTL to 300 seconds (5 mins) at least 24h pre-cutover.
- Note current server settings — InterServer uses traditional shared hosting (no control panel specified).
The Move
- Files/Database: Use FTP/phpMyAdmin or your preferred CLI tools.
- Support: 24/7 live chat, ticket, or phone can assist, but no "free migration" is confirmed in the data.
- Test: Access via temporary URL (e.g., IP/~username) before DNS changes.
Post-Cutover Checks
- Verify SSL (free, per pack) is active.
- Monitor TTFB (93ms desktop baseline) — if slower, contact support.
- Cancel old host only after 30-day money-back window lapses here.
No magic — just a storage-heavy, uptime-proven option with predictable support channels.