If I built a web site through a web host, can I later easily transfer to another host?

Question

Many of the web hosting companies provide free wysiwyg tools and "free" photos and images that people can use to build their own website. My question is, if I use these tools and create my own site can I later easily transfer it to another web host. (Specifically, I'm looking at building a site on homestead.com, 1and1.com or Godaddy.com). Thank you for your assistance. (I do not want to be held hostage if I'm not happy with the web host provider.)

Answer 1

You can make a site for free with a great WYSIWYG editor at www.brinkster.com. It's totally free with absolutely no banners, and I've gotten better service support then my paid hosting acct. The other option is just down loading a WYSIWYG editor of your own and use it with a GoDaddy acct etc. A better option is to get a Dreamhost acct, and they have a one click install of lots of different Website building tools. I use Joomla. I know it may seem as foreign as html but it is much better option to run a website. I hit one click and I went to my site that was already created FOR ME!!! I just had to change the text and pictures. The same almost as when I used the WYSIWYG editor on the Brinkster site. Except I have a forum and automatic email transponders all that. If you want to quit going in circles(Ive been there!) just get the Joomla one click install available with Dreamhost besides being one of the best hosts anyways. Here is a promo code to save more then half off. Your final year should only end up costing $45 Just be sure to put the promo code in the box (Promo 3AZ9)

Answer 2

Yes, you can transfer them at a later date. Simply create your website and then once your finished, go to your website, right-click your mouse on the page and click "View Source" and then save that file as "index.html" ... now when you go to a new host, you can upload that "index.html" file to your new server via FTP.

Don't forget to save all of your images as well too. I'd recommend trying Web Hosting Pad... click below to be sent to the Web Hosting Pad website.

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Answer 3

Most companies with web based builders do not allow ftp transfers, also they normally set a minimum contract. You are better o find a site with ftp access and provide your own designs.