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My Hosting Migration Journey

From Mercumaya to Shinjiru Hosting Malaysia

Hey everyone! I wanted to share my recent experience with migrating my website from Mercumaya to Shinjiru Hosting Malaysia. It was quite a journey, and I thought it might be helpful to share the process, my reasons for the switch, and some lessons I learned along the way.

Why I Decided to Migrate

After using Mercumaya for a while, I started noticing my website’s performance wasn’t as great as I wanted it to be. Plus, I was looking for better support and more flexibility as my site grew. After some research, Shinjiru Hosting Malaysia caught my eye. Here’s why I decided to go for it:

  • Better Performance: Their SSD-based servers promised faster load times.
  • Stronger Security: They offer awesome security features, like DDoS protection.
  • Local Support: I loved the idea of having a Malaysian-based support team available 24/7.
  • Room to Grow: They have flexible plans that can scale with my website’s needs.

The Migration Adventure

I won’t lie—migrating a website can be nerve-wracking. But with some planning, it turned out smoother than I expected. Here’s a quick breakdown of what I did:

  1. Getting Ready:
    • I started by backing up all my website files and databases from Mercumaya.
    • I double-checked everything to make sure it would work with Shinjiru’s setup.
  2. Setting Up My New Home:
    • I picked a hosting plan that fit my needs.
    • Setting up the account and server environment was straightforward with their clear instructions.
  3. Moving the Data:
    • I transferred all my files and databases using cPanel.
    • After the transfer, I went through everything to make sure nothing was missing.
  4. Updating DNS Settings:
    • I updated my domain’s DNS records to point to the new servers.
    • Then came the waiting game while the DNS changes propagated.
  5. Testing Everything:
    • I tested the website thoroughly to make sure everything worked as expected.
    • I also made a few tweaks to optimize performance.

Lessons Learned Along the Way

  • Preparation is Key: Taking the time to back up everything and plan the steps made the process much less stressful.
  • Ask for Help: Shinjiru’s support team was amazing and super patient with my questions.
  • Keep an Eye on Things: After the migration, I monitored the site closely to catch any issues early.

Wrapping It Up

Overall, I’m really happy with the move to Shinjiru Hosting Malaysia. The site runs faster, feels more secure, and I know I can reach out for help whenever I need it. If you’re thinking about switching hosting providers, I’d definitely recommend giving Shinjiru a look.

Thanks for reading! If you have any questions or want to share your own hosting migration stories, drop a comment below. Let’s learn from each other!

Happy blogging!

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