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Submit Migration Request and Process

We're excited to help you get started on your migration process with Hostwinds! Our goal is to make your transition as seamless as possible, so we've provided some helpful instructions for you to follow. To ensure you're fully prepared, we also recommend taking a look at our...

Hostwinds' Migration Policy

Migrating hosting to Hostwinds is free, performed by professionals, and is a straightforward process that requires a few key steps. Migration Considerations Before migrating to Hostwinds, there are several essential considerations that you should keep in mind to ensure a...

Sync Weebly

To make full use of this article, you must log in to the Client Area . Click on the Hosting plan you wish to sync Weebly. Sync Weebly You can sync Weebly with your domains on your hosting plan by selecting the Sync Weebly option here. Clicking this checks for any Weebly sync...

Adult Content Policy

Hostwinds does permit the hosting of adult-oriented content. However, you must follow strict guidelines to use any of our services: You MUST be over 18 years of age. Any material that is illegal in the United States is NOT ALLOWED on Hostwinds platforms. (Find these...

Upgrade or Downgrade a Service

What is an Upgrade or Downgrade? To give you the most tailored experience possible, Hostwinds has built in the ability to change your services as your needs change. Per this article, we refer to the ability to increase or decrease the capacity of the services you have...

Log in to Webmail

What is Webmail? cPanel is a web hosting control panel that provides a graphical interface and automation tools that simplify website hosting to the website owner. It enables administration through a standard web browser using a three-tier structure. Log in to your Webmail...

Log in to cPanel

What is cPanel? cPanel is a web hosting control panel that provides a graphical interface and automation tools that simplify website hosting to the website owner. It enables administration through a standard web browser using a three-tier structure. Log in to your cPanel...

Changing a Primary Domain

You can change the primary domain for your shared, business shared, or reseller service plan by editing your cPanel domain. If the domain you are looking to change is already in use on another site, you cannot use it here. You will have to detach the domain already in use to...

Change Password for a Hosting Account

Hostwinds makes it easy to change the password to your account plans while making sure you can only do it securely. Should you choose to do so, this will affect your sign-in and administrative abilities. Please make sure you wish to do so before continuing. Changing your...