Moving your website to a new hosting provider? Follow this step-by-step guide to transfer your website without downtime using Tenovate.
Why Transfer Your Website?
✔ Better performance – Faster loading speeds and improved security.
✔ More affordable pricing – Save money with cost-effective hosting plans.
✔ Local support – Reliable customer service with Tenovate.
How to Transfer Your Website to Tenovate
Step 1: Choose a Hosting Plan
- Visit portal.tenovate.co.tz.
- Select a hosting package based on your website’s needs.
- Complete the checkout process and activate your hosting account.
Step 2: Back Up Your Website Files
- If using cPanel, go to File Manager > Public_html.
- Compress all files into a ZIP archive and download them.
- Alternatively, use FTP (FileZilla) to copy your website files.
Step 3: Export Your Database (For WordPress & Other CMS Sites)
- Log in to cPanel at your old hosting provider.
- Go to phpMyAdmin > Select Database > Export.
- Download the database file (.sql format).
Step 4: Upload Website Files to Tenovate Hosting
- Log in to cPanel > File Manager at Tenovate.
- Navigate to Public_html and upload your website ZIP file.
- Extract the ZIP file inside Public_html.
Step 5: Import Database
- Open phpMyAdmin in your Tenovate cPanel.
- Click Import > Choose File, then upload the .sql file.
- Update database credentials in your website’s configuration file (wp-config.php for WordPress).
Step 6: Update Your Domain’s Nameservers
- Log in to your domain registrar account.
- Update nameservers to Tenovate's nameservers:
- ns1.tenovate.co.tz
- ns2.tenovate.co.tz
- Save changes and wait for DNS propagation (2-24 hours).
How to Check If the Website Transfer is Successful
✔ Visit yourdomain.tz and verify everything works.
✔ Test all website pages, forms, and databases.
✔ If you experience issues, clear your browser cache or contact Tenovate Support.
Why Choose Tenovate for Website Hosting?
✔ Free Website Migration Assistance – We help transfer your site for free.
✔ Fast & Secure Servers – Ensures smooth website performance.
✔ Local Payment Options – Pay via M-Pesa, TigoPesa, Airtel Money, Bank Transfer.
✔ 24/7 Expert Support – Assistance with any migration issues.
Move Your Website to Tenovate Today!
✔ Sign up for hosting now at portal.tenovate.co.tz.
