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    • photoseo1
      photoseo1 Subscriber last edited by

      Is it best to redirect an old website to a new website page by page to like pages or just the entire site all at once to the home page of the new site?

      I do have about 10 good pages on the site that are worth directing to corresponding pages on the new site. Just trying to figure out what is going to preserve the most link juice.

      Thanks for the help!

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        Boucher5 @photoseo1 last edited by

        @photoseo1 said in Redirecting an Entire Website?:

        Is it best to redirect an old website to a new website page by page to like pages or just the entire site all at once to the home page of the new site?
        I do have about 10 good pages on the site that are worth directing to corresponding pages on the new site. Just trying to figure out what is going to preserve the most link juice.

        Redirecting individual pages to corresponding pages on the new site preserves link juice and ensures seamless user experience.

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        • oceanrock
          oceanrock @Kateparish last edited by

          I also want to redirect my client's website blazingweb.site to a new domain name that is more focused on speeding up websites. Is it good to transfer or better to get a new domain name?

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            ariahutton @photoseo1 last edited by

            @photoseo1 Redirecting an entire website involves directing all pages and URLs to new locations or a different domain. It's a strategic decision that requires careful planning and execution. Preserve SEO value and communicate the change effectively.

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            • CaspianJames
              CaspianJames last edited by

              If you redirect your entire website to another website, it will pass the complete link juice to another website and that's the most advantageous thing.

              Suppose you have a 30 DA website and some good backlinks..If you redirect it to another website, it will get the same authority and the link juice

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              • photoseo1
                photoseo1 Subscriber @Kateparish last edited by

                @Kateparish Thanks so much for the advice.

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                • mike557
                  mike557 @photoseo1 last edited by

                  @photoseo1 You need to redirect your whole website to your new URL. Simply do it via your cpanel, and do not forget to check the wildcard option. This will help you to redirect all pages as well.

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                  • Kateparish
                    Kateparish @photoseo1 last edited by

                    @photoseo1 When redirecting an old website to a new one, it's best to use individual page-to-page redirects for important pages. This preserves link juice and SEO value. It guides search engines and visitors to corresponding pages on the new site. Redirecting the entire site to the new site's homepage is an option for small sites without significant page equivalents. However, it may not retain the same SEO benefits. Targeted page redirects ensure a smooth transition, maintain rankings, and enhance user experience.

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