Migratico Lite

Description

WordPress Migration & Backup Plugin

Migratico Lite provides a simple way to move WordPress sites, create reliable backups, or clone a site for development. With Migratico, you can easily migrate, transfer, or clone your WordPress site between domains or hosts with no downtime. Create full backups of your website, or package your entire site to download and install elsewhere with only a few steps.

At Migratico, reliability, security, and ease of use are our top priorities. Our intuitive migration wizard and real-time progress tracking make Migratico one of the most beginner-friendly backup and migration plugins on the market. You don’t have to hire a developer. Create a backup and migrate sites in just a few minutes.

Easy Site Migration, Backup, and Cloning

Migratico streamlines site migrations by packaging your website files and database into downloadable archives. Download and re-install your backup on any new WordPress location or server without dealing with complicated setups. The installer works on an empty server – no need to install WordPress first.

Fast WordPress Migrations

Migratico makes WordPress website migrations fast and stress-free. Quickly move to a new host, domain, or server. No downtime, no data loss, and no coding required.

Reliable WordPress Backups

Create complete backups of your WordPress site including database and files. Perfect for:
– Pre-update backups
– Development site copies
– Disaster recovery
– Moving to new hosting

WooCommerce Migration Support

Migratico offers reliable WooCommerce migration and backup. Easily migrate your entire online store including:
– Products and categories
– Orders and customers
– Payment settings
– Custom product data

Large Database Support

Migratico handles databases of any size with automatic timeout recovery:
– Chunk-based import prevents memory issues
– Automatic resume after PHP timeouts
– No file size limits
– Tested with databases over 1GB

Real-time Progress Tracking

Watch your migration in real-time with streaming progress updates:
– Live progress bar during installation
– Detailed status messages
– Automatic recovery from timeouts
– Up to 50 automatic resume attempts

Smart Migration Wizard

Migratico’s smart migration wizard makes transferring your website effortless:
– 4-step installation process
– Environment compatibility check
– Database connection testing
– Automatic URL rewriting
– wp-config.php updates

Clone WordPress Website

Migratico clones your entire WordPress website quickly and easily. Perfect for:
– Staging sites
– Development environments
– Testing updates
– Client demos

Key Features

  • Complete Site Export – Database and files in one package
  • Automatic ZIP Splitting – Large sites split into manageable archives
  • Real-time Progress – Live updates during installation
  • Auto-Resume – Continues after server timeouts
  • Smart URL Rewriting – Updates all URLs automatically
  • Database Connection Test – Verify settings before installation
  • Multi-language – Available in Czech, German, and English
  • No External Dependencies – Everything runs on your server
  • Security Focused – No data sent to external servers

Who Should Use Migratico?

Migratico is perfect for:
Website Owners moving to new hosting
Developers creating staging sites
Agencies migrating client sites
E-commerce Sites with large databases
Anyone needing reliable WordPress backups

Usage

Creating a Migration Package

  1. Go to Migratico Lite > Create Package
  2. Enter a package name
  3. Set maximum ZIP file size (recommended: 100MB for most hostings)
  4. Optionally exclude directories (cache, logs, etc.)
  5. Click Create Package and wait for completion

Downloading the Package

  1. Go to Migratico Lite main page
  2. Click download buttons for your created package:
    • migratico.php – Installation wizard
    • database.sql.zip – Database export
    • files_001.zip, files_002.zip, etc. – Site files

Installing on New Server

  1. Upload all package files to your new server
  2. Open migratico.php in your browser
  3. Follow the 4-step wizard:
    • Step 1: Environment check
    • Step 2: Database settings (with connection test)
    • Step 3: Site settings
    • Step 4: Installation with real-time progress
  4. After successful installation, delete all package files for security

Credits

Developed by Miroslav Novotny
Website: https://migratico.com
Support: https://migratico.com/support

License

This plugin is free software; you can redistribute it and/or modify it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation; either version 2 of the License, or (at your option) any later version.

This plugin is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU General Public License for more details.

Screenshots

  • Admin Dashboard – Main interface showing package management and statistics
  • Create Package – Package creation form with export options
  • Statistic – Comprehensive website and server diagnostics to ensure a safe migration process
  • Performance Optimization – Adjust export presets to match your server capacity and view detailed file counts for database and assets
  • Scanning Files – Progres bar
  • Scan Resoluts – Select directories or files to skip during export
  • **Export package
  • Installer Step 3 – Site settings
  • Installer Step 4 – import files
  • Installer Step 4 – Finish
  • Installer Step 2 – Database settings

Installation

  1. Upload the migratico folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory
  2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
  3. Navigate to “Migratico Lite” in the admin menu

FAQ

Who Should Use Migratico?

Migratico is perfect for website owners, developers, and agencies who need to:
– Migrate WordPress sites to new hosting
– Create development or staging copies
– Backup sites before updates
– Clone sites for testing
– Move WooCommerce stores

What’s required to use Migratico?

Minimum requirements:
– WordPress 5.3 or higher
– PHP 7.4 or higher
– ZipArchive PHP extension
– Sufficient disk space for backups

Most modern hosting providers meet these requirements.

Do I need coding skills to use Migratico?

No! Migratico is designed for users of all skill levels. The 4-step wizard guides you through the entire process with clear instructions and real-time progress updates.

Will Migratico slow down my website?

No. Migratico only runs when you’re creating a backup or during installation. It has no impact on your site’s front-end performance.

Can I migrate WooCommerce sites?

Yes! Migratico fully supports WooCommerce migrations including:
– Products and categories
– Orders and customers
– Payment gateway settings
– Custom product data
– Large product catalogs

How long does migration take?

Migration time depends on your site size:
– Small sites (< 100MB): 1-5 minutes
– Medium sites (100MB-1GB): 5-20 minutes
– Large sites (1GB+): 20+ minutes

Progress is shown in real-time during the process.

What if the installation gets stuck?

Migratico has automatic timeout recovery:
– PHP timeouts are handled automatically
– Progress is saved every few seconds
– Installation resumes from where it stopped
– Up to 50 automatic resume attempts

Can I migrate large databases?

Yes! Migratico supports databases of any size:
– Chunk-based import prevents memory issues
– Automatic resume after timeouts
– No file size limits
– Tested with databases over 1GB

Does it update all URLs?

Yes, comprehensive URL rewriting includes:
– WordPress core URLs (siteurl, home)
– Post content URLs
– Custom field URLs
– wp-config.php constants
– Serialized data in options and postmeta

Is it safe to use?

Yes! Security features include:
– No data sent to external servers
– Protected export files with .htaccess
– Secure installation process
– Files should be deleted after migration

What hosting providers are supported?

Migratico works on all modern hosting:
– Shared hosting (Hostinger, Bluehost, SiteGround)
– VPS and dedicated servers
– Cloud hosting (AWS, DigitalOcean)
– Local development (XAMPP, Local, MAMP)

Can I exclude files from export?

Yes, you can exclude:
– Cache directories
– Log files
– Temporary files
– Specific plugins or themes
– Upload directories

How do I restore from backup?

Restoration uses the same installer:
1. Upload migratico.php and ZIP files
2. Run the installer wizard
3. Your site is restored to backup state

Where can I get support?

Support is available at:
Support Forum
Documentation
Contact Form

Is there a knowledge base?

Yes! Visit migratico.com for:
– Installation guides
– Troubleshooting tips
– Video tutorials
– Best practices

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