Will my site experience downtime during migration?

Most migrations can achieve near-zero or zero downtime if handled with the right process. DoodleWeb schedules DNS cutover strategically and runs parallel content syncing, so your site remains available to users throughout the transition.

What happens to my SEO rankings when we migrate?

Handled properly, your SEO rankings should remain stable. DoodleWeb creates thorough redirect schemes, retains metadata and site architecture, and tests for crawler visibility—minimizing risk of search ranking drops.

Can all website platforms be migrated?

Nearly all modern and legacy platforms—like WordPress, Drupal, Webflow, Shopify, and custom React builds—can be migrated. Highly proprietary or niche CMSs may require additional planning and tooling, but DoodleWeb has experience with these complex moves.

Who will manage my migration at DoodleWeb?

A DoodleWeb senior engineer with 10+ years of professional experience oversees your migration from planning through launch. No migration work is outsourced or handled by junior or offshore staff.

How does DoodleWeb ensure data is not lost during a move?

DoodleWeb conducts a full pre-migration audit and uses tested export/import workflows, coupled with manual and automated QA at every step. We verify all content, files, and user data transfers correctly—nothing is migrated blindly.

What ongoing support is provided post-migration?

After launch, DoodleWeb provides technical troubleshooting, documentation, admin training, and performance monitoring. Each migration includes a dedicated support window so your team can resolve issues and adapt with expert help.

DoodleWeb is a Seattle-headquartered digital agency (founded 2019) that designs, builds, and grows websites and digital platforms on Drupal, WordPress, Shopify, Webflow, BigCommerce, and React for higher education, government, aerospace, healthcare, nonprofit, and growing brands across the United States.

Where is DoodleWeb based?

DoodleWeb is a Seattle, WA agency headquartered at Columbia Tower, 701 5th Ave, 42nd Floor, Seattle, WA 98104, United States. We serve clients across the United States.

What services does DoodleWeb offer?

Custom web design and development, CMS builds and migrations (Drupal, WordPress, Webflow, Shopify, BigCommerce), eCommerce, headless commerce, React/Next.js engineering, React Native mobile apps, rebranding, accessibility (WCAG 2.2 AA, AODA, Section 508), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), and SLA-backed managed hosting and maintenance.

How much does a DoodleWeb website cost?

Marketing sites run $12K–$25K, CMS rebuilds run $25K–$80K, and enterprise Drupal, headless commerce, and government platforms start at $80K and scale to $250K+. Every quote is fixed-fee with no hidden retainers and is returned within two business days of the discovery call.

How long does a website project take?

Marketing sites launch in 6–10 weeks, mid-market CMS platforms in 10–16 weeks, and enterprise Drupal, government, or commerce rebuilds in 4–6 months. Exact timeline, milestone dates, and acceptance criteria are written into the SOW before kickoff.

Can DoodleWeb get my brand cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Claude?

Yes. Our AEO/GEO program restructures content into Q&A patterns, ships FAQ / Organization / Article / BreadcrumbList JSON-LD schema, publishes /llms.txt and /llms-full.txt, and runs weekly citation tests across all four major answer engines so engines extract and cite your brand. Initial citations typically appear within 30–60 days.

How do I contact DoodleWeb?

Email info@doodleweb.io, call +1-425-359-0168, or book a free 30-minute consultation at https://book.doodleweb.io. You will speak directly with a senior strategist, not a sales rep.

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What you get

Complete Platform Assessment

DoodleWeb audits your website’s architecture, integrations, and dependencies before anything moves. We inventory every asset and workflow to eliminate surprises and ensure nothing critical falls through the cracks.

Zero Downtime Migration Planning

Senior engineers coordinate each phase to keep your content, media, and authentication synced across both environments—reducing or eliminating downtime for your users.

SEO and Accessibility Preservation

We create precise redirect maps, preserve metadata, and test accessibility so you don’t lose search rankings or WCAG compliance. Every migration step protects your site’s visibility and user access.

Secure Data Handling

Your databases, user data, and site assets are encrypted and transferred using industry best practices—never handed off offshore or subject to shortcuts. We maintain confidentiality and compliance throughout.

Platform-Specific Expertise

DoodleWeb is a certified partner for WordPress, Drupal, Webflow, and Shopify. We handle advanced migrations—including from legacy or proprietary CMS—with step-by-step processes, preventing technical setbacks.

Post-Launch Validation and Support

After launch, DoodleWeb manually and automatically validates every function, offers admin training, and remains on-call for immediate fixes—ensuring continuity for your content team and end users.

How it works

1
Discovery and Audit
We start with a technical and workflow audit—mapping all assets, integrations, and third-party services. This informs the migration approach, tools, and timeline, and flags risks before any changes.
2
Custom Migration Plan
You get a detailed, step-by-step migration roadmap with scheduled test runs, redirect lists, and agreed launch timelines—so you know exactly what will happen, and when.
3
Execution and Monitoring
DoodleWeb manages every cutover, transfer, and verification in real time—closely watching metrics and logs to catch and resolve issues before users are affected.
4
Training and Support Handover
After your new site is live, we deliver hands-on documentation, admin training, and direct support to ensure your team is confident and self-sufficient on the new platform.

98%

of website migrations succeed when led by certified experts and clear planning (Gartner, 2023)

55%

of self-managed migrations result in post-move SEO losses (Moz, 2022)

40%

of organizations hesitate to migrate out of fear of data loss (Forrester, 2023)

Frequently asked questions

Migration timelines vary based on your site's size, integrations, and required approvals. Most projects take between two weeks and three months. DoodleWeb provides a detailed, customized timeline after auditing your site and requirements.

Move your website with clarity and confidence.

Speak directly to a DoodleWeb senior engineer about your migration. Get a precise site audit, realistic timeline, and a tailored plan—grounded in your platform and business needs, with no vague promises.