Few Questions :)

[Curse]

I am currently considering switching from another host (Lunarpages) due to a bottleneck that I am currently facing. I am looking at hosting adult content (possibly videos) yet I do not want to start immediately with a dedicated server (With LP you must have dedicated to host adult content). Eventually, if things go well I would upgrade my plan to a dedicated server when I start getting enough people to the website.

My questions

1. If I get a basic hosting plan here, is it easy to upgrade from shared hosting to dedicated with just a simple upgrade? As in, I just tell HostGator and they will do everything to make it happen and I do nothing on my part?

2. I registered my domain with Lunarpages, is there any documentation on how to get my domain to move to here? I have been doing websites for about 10 years, but I have never needed to use another hosting company so I am actually new to aspect.

Thanks

[GatorDavid]

Good day,

For your first question, it's fairly easy but does require some input on your side as well. Basically, all you have to do is go to http://www.hostgator.com/dedicated.shtml on the day you are ready to upgrade, and purchase a new dedicated server. Then, once it's set up, you can request a transfer of your content here: https://secure.hostgator.com/reselle...rdedicated.php
That's the extent of what you need to do.

For your second question, there's documentation here: http://support.hostgator.com/article...-domain-to-you
You will need the EPP authorization key from LunarPages to complete the form.

If you have further questions, don't hesitate to submit a support/sales ticket. Thanks!

[GatorSteveN]

Also, once everything is transferred you would want to cancel the shared plan so you are not charged again for it.