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Robert Isoski edited this page Dec 30, 2019 · 6 revisions

(How to) Update from version 2.7.0 to 3.0.x

Important: Before updating, create a backup of your website.

  1. Download latest WonderCMS version from the official website
  2. Upload and unzip WonderCMS to your server in a new, temporary folder (example.com/updateWonderCMS).
  3. If you're using a custom theme, change all the theme tag with the following guide: https://github.com/robiso/wondercms/wiki/Create-theme-in-8-easy-steps and save the changes.
  4. Login to your new WonderCMS website (example.com/updateWonderCMS).
  5. Open your old WonderCMS website in a new tab and copy the old content to your new WonderCMS.
  • You can also manually edit the database.js and copy the content over.
  1. Make sure your new WonderCMS website looks exactly like you want it to. When you're finished and before continuing, make sure your website is backed up.
  2. Delete your old WonderCMS website files.
  3. Final step:
  • Option 1: Rename your new WonderCMS installation (example.com/upgradeWonderCMS) to where you want the new website displayed (location of your old website).
  • Option 2: Copy all files from your new WonderCMS to your old location (original) website location.
  1. Your website should be now running on latest WonderCMS version.
  2. If you've used any plugins, download them through Settings->Plugins.

If you get stuck at any step or need help, give our WonderCMS community a visit.

How to update from version 1.1.0 to 2.0.0

  • Log into your website and click "Update".

How to update from version 1.0.0

  • Replace your old index.php with the new one from the above download.

How to update from 1.0.0 and older versions

  • Backup all your WonderCMS files.
  • Make a fresh installation of the latest WonderCMS anywhere on your server.
  • Copy your old content and paste it into the new installation.
  • Remove the old installation.
  • Move the new installation to the old WonderCMS installation location.

Note: Check the "What's new" page for any plugin and theme updates: https://www.wondercms.com/whatsnew

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