How to Generate a Full VPS Backup Using rclone (Simple 3-Minute Guide)

This article provides a detailed step-by-step description of how to generate a full VPS backup using rclone. What is rclone? Rclone is a powerful open-source command-line tool for managing files on cloud storage services and local…

3-2-1 Backups Explained

15 Dec 25 Editorial Staff

This article provides a guide to 3-2-1 backups. Keeping your data safe is extremely important—whether you’re running a website, an online store, or important applications. The 3-2-1 Backup Strategy is a simple, proven method used worldwide…

Comprehensive List of Top 10 Uses for VPS Servers

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If you've ever wondered, "what are common use-cases for VPS servers?", you have come to the right place! We have compiled a list of the top 10 uses for VPS servers, as observed by Rad Web…

Top 5 Security Features Every Hosting Provider Should Offer (Especially for Small Businesses & WordPress Users)

10 Dec 25 Editorial Staff

This article outlines the top 5 security features every hosting provider should offer (especially for small businesses and WordPress users). Running a small business means juggling a dozen priorities. Your website should be the one thing…

How to Migrate Website Hosting

24 Apr 24 Editorial Staff

This article provides a guide demonstrating how to migrate website hosting.

Note: Rad Web Hosting provides free migration services included with the purchase of certain services. For more information, see: Free Migration Service.

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How to Migrate Website Hosting

Before moving your website and databases to a new hosting provider, the first step should be a backup plan of all files and databases. You can do this either using FTP to download/upload files/databases directly or creating an automatic full database backup via cPanel. After this step is completed, it's necessary to change your DNS settings with your new host - this process could take from several hours up to an entire day.