What WordPress Migration Does
WordPress migration transfers an existing WordPress website into Kyrios WordPress hosting. A migration may include:
Website pages and posts
Media files
Themes
Plugins
Database content
Site design and layout
After migration, the WordPress site can be managed from Kyrios.
WordPress Migration Options
Kyrios supports two WordPress migration options.
Migration Option | Best For | Availability |
LC Migrator Plugin | Users with WordPress admin access to the source site | Agency and account users |
White-Glove Migration Assistance | Agency users who want help from the migration team | Agency users only |
White-Glove Migration Assistance is only available to agency users.
Before You Migrate
Before starting a WordPress migration, confirm the following:
You can access the current WordPress admin dashboard.
You can access the domain or DNS provider.
You have a recent backup of the current website.
The destination WordPress site exists in Kyrios.
The correct server location was selected.
The original hosting account will stay active during testing and DNS propagation.
Create the Destination WordPress Site
Go to Sites.
Select WordPress.
Click Activate WordPress if WordPress hosting is not active yet.
Create a new WordPress site.
Enter the website name, WordPress admin username, password, admin email, PHP version, and server location.
Click Create WordPress site.
Download the LC Migrator Plugin
Use the LC Migrator Plugin when you have admin access to the source WordPress site.
Open the WordPress site in Kyrios.
Go to Info.
Find Import Your Existing Website.
Click Download Plugin under Effortless Migration with our Plugin.
Save the plugin ZIP file.
Open the WordPress Admin Area
After downloading the plugin, open the WordPress admin area for the source site.
Click WP Admin from the Kyrios WordPress site view when needed.
Install and Activate the Plugin in WordPress
In WordPress, go to Plugins.
Click Add Plugin.
Upload the LC Migrator Plugin ZIP file.
Click Install Plugin.
After installation completes, click Activate Plugin.
Connect WordPress to Kyrios
After activating the plugin, open LeadConnector in the WordPress sidebar. Sign in to connect the WordPress site to your Kyrios account.
Choose the Destination Website
After signing in, select the Kyrios WordPress website you want to migrate into. Choose the correct destination site from the dropdown before starting the migration.
Monitor the Migration
After starting the migration, the plugin shows migration progress. Do not refresh the page while the migration is running.
Request White-Glove Migration Assistance
White-Glove Migration Assistance lets agency users request migration help.
Open the WordPress site in Kyrios.
Go to Info.
Find Import Your Existing Website.
Click Request Help under White-Glove Migration Assistance.
Complete the request form.
Review the information.
Click Submit Request.
How to Avoid Downtime
Keep the original website live while the migrated site is prepared and tested. To reduce downtime risk:
Keep old hosting active for 24–48 hours after DNS changes.
Lower DNS TTL before migration when your DNS provider allows it.
Test the migrated site before changing DNS.
Verify page design, forms, plugins, media, and mobile responsiveness.
Confirm SSL is issued and the domain is verified before launch.
Common Issues and Fixes
White-Glove Migration Assistance Is Not Visible
White-Glove Migration Assistance is only available to agency users. Account users may only see the LC Migrator Plugin option.
SSL Is Pending, or the Site Shows a Browser Warning
Confirm the correct domain is connected, and DNS records are verified. SSL can be issued only after the required DNS records are in place.
Images or Media Are Missing
Review the WordPress media library, page content, and plugin settings. Missing media may be caused by incomplete migration, blocked file paths, or references to the old hosting environment.
Plugins Break After Migration
Check for plugin conflicts, outdated plugins, or plugins that require new settings after migration. Some plugins may need to be reactivated or reconfigured.
FAQ
Will my site go offline during migration?
The original site should remain live while the new Kyrios-hosted version is migrated and tested. Downtime risk is highest during DNS changes.
Why do I not see White-Glove Migration Assistance?
White-Glove Migration Assistance is available to agency users only.
What should I do if DNS still points to my old host?
Confirm the correct DNS records were added at your DNS provider and allow time for DNS propagation.
What should I do if SSL is pending?
Confirm DNS has verified successfully and the correct domain is connected to the WordPress site.
Can I edit the original website while migration is running?
Avoid major edits during migration. Changes made after migration starts may not appear on the migrated version.