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How to Transfer Your Webgility Database to a New Computer

This article guides Webgility Desktop users in migrating Webgility Desktop to a new computer. Whether upgrading hardware or transitioning to a new server, the guide ensures a smooth transfer of the Webgility Desktop database and configuration settings without data loss.

Migrating Webgility to a new computer? Whether you're upgrading your system or switching to a new server, this guide walks you through each step of safely moving your Webgility database and setup.


Here is your step-by-step guide to move your Webgility database to a new computer and restore your configuration without losing data.

Steps to Migrate the Webgility Database to a New Computer

1. Create a Webgility Database Backup

Before moving to a new machine, take a backup of your existing database:

  • Navigate to System > Database > Backup.

  • Save the backup file to a portable or shared location for access from the new system.

2. Install Webgility on the New Computer

Set up Webgility Desktop on the new machine:

3. Install SQL Server

You can install SQL Server in two ways:

Option A: Through the Webgility Application

  • Launch the Webgility Desktop app.

  • On login, you’ll be prompted to install SQL.

  • Select “This is a new computer, install SQL server and create Webgility database” and click Continue.

Option B: Manual Installation

  • If required, download the latest version of SQL Server directly from the official Microsoft website.

4. Restore the Database

Once SQL is installed:

  • Copy your database backup from the old computer.

  • Paste it into the Webgility folder on the new computer.

  • Launch Webgility and choose Restore Backup.

  • Select the file to restore the database.

5. Test and Verify Connections

After restoration:

  • Log in to Webgility.

  • Go to the Dashboard.

  • Verify your Sales Channel and Accounting Connections are active.

  • Run a test order sync to confirm everything is working properly.

Notes

  • Ensure the old computer is not actively using Webgility while restoring the database to avoid data conflicts.

  • Admin rights may be required for SQL installation.

  • Restart the Webgility Scheduler if automated sync is used.