WordPress Upgrades and Migrations

Upgrades, migrations and CMS transfers managed end to end

Our WordPress expertise helps you keep your website secure, functional, and optimised without disruption. Whether you want to upgrade to the latest WordPress version or migrate to a new partner, we ensure a smooth and efficient process with minimal downtime.

With WordPress powering your global website, we work with you to ensure your business can rely on and plan for the long term on a reliable, scalable, and secure platform.

Our experience managing and upgrading WordPress ensures we:

• Version Upgrades - Safely update WordPress core, plugins, and themes to the latest versions.
• Database Migration - Transfer user data, posts, media, and metadata without loss.
• Full Website Testing - Ensure all features, plugins, and integrations work seamlessly post-migration or upgrade.
• SEO Preservation - Safeguard your SEO rankings during migration, preserving URL structures and metadata.
• Staging Environment - Perform upgrades or migrations on a staging site to ensure a smooth transition before going live.
• Custom Post-Type Migration - Migrate and set up complex custom post types and taxonomies.

We handle every detail, from planning to execution, ensuring your website is up to date and future-proof. 

We’ve been WordPress partners since 2008, successfully delivering websites, portals, and intranets across Ireland, the UK, Europe, and the U.S. Our journey includes complex integrations, enterprise deployments, and high-profile client platforms. Check out our industry expertise across public services and government, financial services, healthcare and life sciences, education, professional services, travel and tourism and utilities and construction.

WordPress Upgrade & Migration FAQs

What is a WordPress upgrade or migration?

A WordPress upgrade involves updating your WordPress core, themes, plugins, and supporting technologies to maintain security, performance, and compatibility. A migration involves moving your website, content, and data to a new hosting environment, platform, or digital partner.  

Why should I upgrade my WordPress website regularly?

Regular upgrades help keep your website secure, improve performance, maintain compatibility with modern browsers and technologies, and ensure access to the latest WordPress features. Outdated platforms can become vulnerable to security risks and functionality issues.  

What does Arekibo’s WordPress upgrade service include?

Our WordPress upgrade services include:

• WordPress core upgrades
• Theme and plugin updates
• Database migration and optimisation
• Security and compatibility testing
• Performance reviews
• Infrastructure and hosting upgrades
• Post-upgrade validation and support
  

All upgrades are carefully planned to minimise disruption and ensure business continuity.  

Can you migrate my WordPress website to a new hosting provider?

Yes. We manage the complete migration process, including transferring files, databases, media assets, user data, and configurations while ensuring minimal downtime and disruption. We have extensive hosting capabilities and will advise your team on the best solution for your needs.

Will my website experience downtime during a migration?

Our goal is to minimise downtime wherever possible. We use staging environments, migration planning, testing, and controlled deployment processes to ensure a smooth transition with minimal impact on users.  

Can you migrate custom functionality and integrations?

Yes. We assess and migrate custom themes, plugins, APIs, CRM integrations, payment gateways, and third-party services to ensure they continue to function correctly after migration.

How do you protect website data during migration?

We perform comprehensive backups before any work begins and validate data throughout the migration process. This includes content, media files, databases, user accounts, and metadata, ensuring nothing is lost.  

Can you upgrade an older or unsupported WordPress installation?

Yes. We regularly work with legacy WordPress environments and can develop a phased upgrade strategy that addresses compatibility issues, deprecated plugins, and infrastructure requirements before moving to the latest supported version. 

How do you test a WordPress upgrade before it goes live?

We use staging environments to test upgrades before deployment with comprehensive quality assurance processes. This allows us to identify compatibility issues, validate integrations, test user journeys, and confirm performance before deploying changes to your live website.  

Will a migration affect my SEO rankings?

A properly managed migration should protect your SEO performance. We preserve URLs where possible, manage redirects, maintain metadata, validate sitemaps, and test search engine visibility to minimise any impact on rankings and traffic.  

Can you migrate websites from other CMS platforms to WordPress?

Yes. We can help migrate content and functionality from many platforms, such as Sitecore, Sitefinity, Drupal, Joomla, and other CMS solutions, into WordPress, while preserving content structure and user experience.

How long does a WordPress migration project take?

Timelines vary depending on the website's size and complexity, integrations, content volume, and hosting requirements. Following an assessment, we’ll provide a detailed migration plan and timeline tailored to your project.

Do you migrate WooCommerce and eCommerce websites?

Yes. We migrate WooCommerce stores, including products, customer accounts, order histories, payment integrations, shipping configurations, and other critical eCommerce functionality.

What happens after the migration is complete?

After launch, we conduct thorough validation checks, performance testing, security reviews, and monitoring to ensure everything is functioning as expected. Ongoing support is available through ArekiboCare.

How do I know if my WordPress website needs an upgrade?

Usually, the signs include the following:

• Outdated WordPress versions
• Unsupported plugins or themes
• Performance issues
• Security vulnerabilities
• Hosting limitations
• Difficulty integrating with modern tools and services
  

If you’re experiencing any of these challenges, it may be time to review your platform and upgrade strategy.

Can you help if we’re moving to a new digital partner?

Yes. Whether you’re transitioning hosting providers, agencies, or internal teams, we can manage the migration process, transfer knowledge, and ensure continuity throughout the transition.  

What are the benefits of working with Arekibo for WordPress upgrades and migrations?

Our experienced WordPress specialists combine technical expertise, proven migration processes, security best practices, and enterprise-level support to deliver smooth upgrades and migrations with minimal risk, downtime, or disruption.  

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