Transfer Dbase from old host to a new host

[zhadrack28]

Mates,
just trying to run a forum site and newbie with mysql dbase.

My question is I want to transfer my 5.8mb dbase from my old host to my new bought host.

is there any tools or software friendly to use for a newb like me...

I already download my dbase and back up it...

just transferring to another host and running it is my prob..

Your advance help will appreciated much...





 

[Kays]

Hi, if you have the database backed up already. In the site control panel, use phpMyAdmin and "Import" the database.

Please see:
Installing SMF
How do I restore a database backup?

[zhadrack28]

Thanks Kays,
Actually that is finish already what i want to do is just a sample my old server is hostgator and i want to totally move my site to godaddy i already ask for support for their support team but they cannot get what i mean...

Hope you understand...

Sorry for my English...

[Kays]

More reading material.

How do I move my SMF forum to a different host?

Basically, download your site to your PC. Upload it to your new host, run repair_settings.php (What is repair_settings.php?), check the theme paths and you should be set to go.

One thing to watch for. When transferring the files in the attachments folder. Make sure the transfer type in your FTP client is set for "Binary". Otherwise your attachments could get corrupted.

Does this answer your question?

[zhadrack28]

Question now answer clearly...

Thank you so much...

[Bigguy]

Alternatively, your new host should have been able to move your site for you with little to no trouble at all. It's good though that you are finding out how to do it.

[Kays]

Question now answer clearly...

Thank you so much...

You're welcome.

Even if you do get your new host to transfer your site. You will still need to run repair_settings.php to correct the paths and database info.

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