How to write three clear 'We moved' website notification messages — for a 13-year-old

Three simple, friendly notification messages and step-by-step tips to tell users your website moved. Ready-to-use examples for banners, email, SMS and pop-ups that include the new link and a clear call-to-action.

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Quick guide (for a 13-year-old) — tell people your site moved

When a website moves, people need a short, clear message that tells them where to go and what to do. Below are easy steps and three ready-to-use messages you can copy and paste.

Step-by-step: how to write a good "We moved" message

  1. Keep it short — people read fast.
  2. Say you moved and give the new link (put the full URL so it’s clickable).
  3. Tell people what to do next (visit, update bookmarks, sign in again, etc.).
  4. Use a friendly tone — be polite and helpful.
  5. Include a clear call-to-action (CTA) like "Visit the new site" or a button).

Where to use each message

  • Banner on the old site or a pop-up: short and very visible.
  • Email: a little longer so you can explain reasons or helpful details.
  • SMS or in-app: very short and direct, with the link.

Three ready-to-use messages

Message 1 — Short banner, SMS, or in-app alert

We moved. Find us at https://your-new-website.com

Use this for banners or text alerts where space is small.

Message 2 — Email (friendly, a bit more detail)

Subject: We moved — visit our new website!

Hi [Name],

We’ve moved to a new website. You can now find everything at https://your-new-website.com. Please update your bookmarks. If you signed in before, you can still use your same email; contact us if you need help.

Thanks — the [Team Name] team

Use this in an email so people understand what changed and what to do next.

Message 3 — Reminder with a CTA button (pop-up or homepage hero)

Good news — our website has moved!
Visit the new site now: https://your-new-website.com

Visit our new site

Use this as a homepage hero or a pop-up with a big button so it’s easy to click.

Extra tips

  • Make the link clickable and use HTTPS so people trust it.
  • Put the message where users will definitely see it (top of the old site, email subject line, or a push notification).
  • Add a short reason only if needed: "faster site" or "new features." Keep it one sentence.
  • Test the link on desktop and mobile before you send it.
  • Keep the old site redirecting to the new one for a while so bookmarks keep working.

Want me to customize these messages with your real new link, team name, or a shorter SMS version? Tell me the new URL and where you’ll use each message (banner, email, SMS) and I’ll tailor them.

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