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Empty-Server Migration

Move WordPress to a blank server without pre-installing core. Pro archives ship with a guided installer so you can land on a fresh VPS or empty panel with FTP-only access — no manual wp-config surgery.

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Why teams choose this

Installer baked into archives

Upload one package and walk through database import, path updates, and finish checks — no hand-edited files on the target.

Multisite-aware paths

The installer understands network tables and domain mapping so restores land on the right URLs.

Agency-friendly handoffs

Deliver migrations to clients who only provide FTP or panel access on an empty VPS.

Fewer midnight SSH sessions

Guided steps replace ad-hoc shell work when the destination has no WordPress yet.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about this capability. Still stuck? Open the docs or contact support.

Do I need WordPress installed on the target first?

No. Empty-server migration is built for blank hosts: upload the Pro package and run the installer. You still need PHP, a database, and write access.

Is the installer included with every Pro archive?

Pro archives are prepared for empty-server workflows with the installer package. Follow the restore guide for the exact files to upload.

Does this work for multisite networks?

Yes. The installer is multisite-aware and updates network tables and mapped domains as part of the guided flow.

What if the target only has FTP access?

That is a common case. Upload via FTP or file manager, then open the installer in the browser to finish database and URL steps.

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