Joomla! 3 support has officially ended. Here’s your action plan!

Joomla! 3 support has ended

Is your website still running on the outdated Joomla! 3—or an even older version? Now is the time to act! Outdated Joomla! versions pose a high security risk—without updates, your site becomes vulnerable to cyberattacks and errors.

So… what now? Don’t worry — we’ve got you covered with three clear action paths to get your website secure and running smoothly again! 🚀

Why is updating essential?

By not updating your Joomla! version, you’re putting your website at risk.

• Security vulnerabilities remain unpatched, making your website highly susceptible to cyberattacks. If your site handles customer data, the risk is even greater—not only could your own information be compromised, but also your clients’ sensitive data.
• Outdated Joomla! doesn’t play well with updated modules and plugins. Imagine a house where the walls (outdated Joomla!) are rotting—no matter how shiny and new the window (plugin or module) you install, it’s bound to fall off.
• There’s a real risk of losing website content and functionality. For example, design or template issues may arise if a new module isn’t compatible with your outdated Joomla! version.

In other words – there are plenty of reasons to upgrade.

Joomla! 4 vs Joomla! 5 – Which Version Should You Choose?

Currently, both versions 4 and 5 of Joomla! are in use. We have also written blog posts about these two Joomla! versions, where we present their features in more detail.

Joomla! 4 is waiting for us. Let’s become friends!

August 17, 2023. This time, it’s not a doomsday date — but still, something is coming to an end. Joomla! 3 will be laid to rest, and updates and support services will no longer continue. It has already been replaced by a newer and better version: Joomla! 4.

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What exciting things can be expected from the Joomla! 5 update?

Some time ago, we got acquainted with the core version of Joomla! 4 and took a closer look at what the new Joomla version brings. This time, however, we’ll take a closer look at what exciting things can be expected from upcoming Joomla versions – with a focus on Joomla! 5 and an introduction to the changes ahead.

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Both versions are modern and secure, but Joomla! 5 offers even better speed, usability, and developer tools. If you want to keep your website secure and functional in the long term, we recommend upgrading to Joomla! 5.

Our solutions for updating your outdated Joomla! website

Years ago, we at Redwall created many websites using the Joomla! content management system. As WordPress became more powerful and popular, we began to prefer WordPress over Joomla.

We have a very strong knowledge base and extensive experience working with Joomla! websites – we know how to manage, update, or migrate them to another content management system (such as WordPress).

If you have an outdated Joomla! website, we offer three options for how to proceed:

1. Upgrade to Joomla! 5

We will help migrate your website to Joomla! 5, preserving all existing content and design. Since upgrading from Joomla! 3 to Joomla! 5 requires restructuring, we will provide a custom offer based on your website.

2. Migration to WordPress

If you want to upgrade your website to a more modern platform, we offer the option to migrate your website’s design and content to WordPress. WordPress is flexible, secure, and easy to manage. However, for someone used to working with Joomla!, this may involve a bit of a learning curve.

3. A Completely New Website

If you’ve been thinking about giving your website a fresh look, now is the perfect time! We can build your website as a custom-tailored solution or based on our pre-designed template “Redwall Standard“. The latter is a more affordable yet equally reliable option.

Get in touch with us!

Don’t postpone updating your Joomla! 3 website! Upgrading or migrating to WordPress is an investment in your website’s security and future. Get in touch with us and let’s find the best solution for updating your Joomla! site!