How can I transfer the hosting plan from one website to another on Webflow?

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September 22, 2023

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To transfer the hosting plan from one website to another on Webflow, you can follow these steps:

Export your current website: Export all the necessary files and assets from your current website. You can do this by going to your website dashboard in Webflow and selecting the "Export" option.
Create a new website: Log in to your Webflow account and create a new website for which you want to transfer the hosting plan.
Import the exported files: In the newly created website, go to the "Assets" tab and upload the exported files and assets that you downloaded in step 1. Make sure to maintain the same file structure to ensure proper linking.
Configure website settings: Set up your new website settings according to your requirements. This includes specifying the domain, SSL settings, and other essential preferences. You can do this by navigating to the "Hosting" tab in your website dashboard.
Adjust website design: Now, you need to recreate the design of your old website in the new one using Webflow's designer tools. This step may involve importing and modifying templates, or building from scratch using Webflow's visual editor.
Publish the new website: After you have finished designing and customizing the new website, go to the "Publish" tab in the website dashboard and select the new domain you configured in step 4. Click on the "Publish" button to make your new website live.
Cancel hosting for the old website: Once your new website is up and running, you can cancel the hosting plan for your old website. This can be done by going to your account dashboard and managing your hosting subscriptions.

Transferring the hosting plan from one website to another on Webflow involves exporting and importing files, configuring website settings, redesigning, and publishing the new website. Make sure to carefully follow the steps to ensure a smooth transition.

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