# Migrate, duplicate or rename a stack

To migrate, duplicate, or rename a stack, open your environment, go to **Stacks**, and select the stack you want to change.

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## Migrating a stack

In the **Stack duplication / migration** section, select the destination environment for the stack, and optionally define a new name for the stack. Click **Migrate**.

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Migrating does not relocate the content of any persistent volumes that may be attached to the stack. Acknowledge this warning and confirm the migration by clicking **Migrate**.

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## Duplicating a stack

In the **Stack duplication / migration** section, give the new stack a descriptive name then select the environment the stack should duplicate to. When you're ready, click **Duplicate**.

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## Rename a stack

In the **Stack duplication / migration** section, give the stack a new descriptive name and select the environment that the stack is currently on. When you're ready, click **Rename**.

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Renaming creates a new stack instance and does not transfer the content of any persistent volumes that may be attached to the stack. Acknowledge this warning and confirm the migration by clicking **Rename**.

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