Case Study: how a Web Agency Successfully Migrated 130 Domains in just one Week

From TransIP to Hosting.NL: A story about efficiency, service and cost savings. Hans van aPear runs a successful web agency with a clear philosophy: websites must above all work and generate requests. No technical hassle, no fuss – just results. He fully shares this no-nonsense approach with the Hosting.NL team.

When Hans decided to switch from TransIP to Hosting.NL, it was about more than just hosting. It was about a partner who, like him, believes in efficiency, reliability and focus on what really matters to his customers.

The Challenge: 130 Domains and a Growing Web Agency

As the owner of web agency aPear, Hans built his customer base over six years to no less than 130 domains, complete with hosting and mailboxes, all housed with his then provider TransIP. What started as a handful of websites grew into a significant portfolio that offered both challenges and opportunities.

“In 6 years I had collected about 130 domains from customers including hosting and mailboxes,” says Hans. A recognizable story for every growing entrepreneur: success brings complexity.

The Discovery: a Coincidental Find with Major Consequences

The turning point came unexpectedly. While launching a new website, Hans happened to come across the Hosting.NL dashboard. This first impression proved to be decisive.

What immediately stood out:

• Clear dashboard – No unnecessary complexity, but just the information that matters
• Simple navigation – Intuitive working without long learning periods
• Significantly lower costs – A budget-friendly solution without sacrificing quality

“Clear, simple and above all much cheaper than my services at TransIP,” says Hans about his first introduction to Hosting.NL.

The Decision: a Strategic Step Forward

For a web agency owner, a hosting provider is more than just a technical service provider – it is a strategic partner. The combination of ease of use, transparency and cost savings made the choice clear for Hans: it was time for a switch.

But how do you handle a migration of 130 domains without disrupting your customers? This was exactly where Hosting.NL’s expertise would make the difference.

The Execution: Migration from a to Z

The Hosting.NL team took care of the entire migration. From the initial planning to the final DNS change, everything was professionally coordinated and executed.

Hands-on Support where Needed

What made this migration special was the personal approach. When customers experienced problems setting up their e-mail, the Hosting.NL team was immediately ready to provide practical assistance.

“The hosting team was (as much as possible) on standby to set this up directly on my customers’ PCs,” says Hans. This direct, personal service ensured that technical obstacles did not become major obstacles.

Realistic Expectations and Solutions

No migration is without challenges. In this case, there were some technical challenges with strongly cached IMAP/SMTP settings that proved to be persistent. The Hosting.NL team was transparent about these challenges and actively worked on solutions.

“The only problems that arose were very strongly cached imap/smtp details that were difficult to overwrite,” Hans explains. By creating realistic expectations and proactively thinking along, these obstacles were also overcome.

The Result: a New Strategic Partner

After a week, the complete migration was completed. 130 domains, countless mailboxes and all associated technical details were successfully transferred to Hosting.NL.

For Hans, this meant more than just a technical transition – he had found a reliable partner for the future of his company.

“A migration of 130 domains is a headache, but hosting has greatly alleviated this! I am happy that I have now found a partner for the long term who further supports the growth of my company!”

What Made this Project Successful?

1. Personal Approach

No automatic systems, but real people who think along and provide practical help where needed.

2. Transparent Communication

Clear expectations about what is and is not possible, including honest communication about challenges.

3. Technical Expertise

A team that masters both the technical complexity and can realize the practical implementation.

4. Customer-oriented Service

Direct contact with end customers when needed, without bureaucratic layers.

Are You also Considering a Switch to Hosting.NL?

Hans’ story shows that even complex migrations can be successful with the right partner. Whether you are a web agency with dozens of domains or an entrepreneur with a few websites – Hosting.NL is ready to support your growth.

Curious about the possibilities for your situation? Contact our team for a no-obligation consultation about your hosting and domain management.