Migrating a Joomla! website to WordPress can be a daunting task, especially if you manage a site with lots of content, media and users. However, with the FG Joomla! to WordPress plugin by Frédéric Gilles, this process becomes smooth and efficient. Whether you’re a webmaster managing a personal blog or a business owner overseeing a large website, this plugin is the perfect tool for you.
Why migrate from Joomla! to WordPress?
Joomla! has been a reliable content management system (CMS) for years, but many users are turning to WordPress because of its user-friendly interface, vast ecosystem of plugins and superior SEO capabilities. WordPress powers over 40% of websites worldwide, making it the CMS of choice for many businesses and bloggers.
Switching from Joomla! to WordPress can offer a number of advantages, such as :
- Extensive plugin library: With over 58,000 plugins available, you can extend the functionality of your site without any knowledge of code.
- Better SEO: WordPress offers superior SEO plugins and features to help you rank higher in search engines.
- Ease of use: WordPress is known for its intuitive interface, making it easy for non-technical users to manage their websites.
Presentation of the FG Joomla! to WordPress plugin
The FG Joomla! to WordPress plugin is designed to make your migration process smooth and hassle-free. It manages the transfer of all critical data from Joomla! to WordPress, ensuring that nothing is lost during the transition.
Key features of the FG Joomla! to WordPress plugin
- Complete content migration :
– Migrates articles, categories, sections, images, media, tags, users, menus and links from Joomla! to WordPress.
– Supports migration not only from Joomla! but also from Mambo and Elxis (for premium users). - Effortless integration :
– Tested with all versions of Joomla!, Mambo 4.0, 4.5 and 4.6, Elxis (fork of Joomla! 1.0), and the latest version of WordPress.
– Compatible with multi-site installations, ideal for large-scale projects. - Advanced SEO features:
– Migrates meta descriptions and keywords.
– Redirects Joomla! URLs or retains Joomla! publication identifiers, ensuring that your SEO efforts remain intact. - Customisable migration process :
– First image imported as selected image.
– Migrates Joomla! 2.5+ featured images, Joomla! 3.1+ tags and Joomla! 3.7+ custom fields.
– Allows import to be run via cron or WP CLI for automation. - User and content management:
– Migrates users and their passwords, ensuring a smooth transition for your website’s user base.
– Migrates and displays author aliases and custom HTML modules. - Flexibility with add-ons:
– Supports the use of add-ons for enhanced functionality (available in the premium version). - Lifetime licence and multiple imports:
– The plugin comes with a lifetime licence and allows multiple imports, making it a cost-effective solution for webmasters.
The FG Joomla to WordPress plugin is available in two versions:
- Free version: Ideal for personal websites. It offers the essential functions needed for a basic migration.
- Premium version (€39.99): Designed for professional websites with multiple users. This version is required for those who need additional features such as add-ons and includes 3 months of updates.
How to migrate your Acymailing data from Joomla to WordPress?
For this operation, you need :
- the main FG Joomla to WordPress Premium plugin
- and the Acymailing migration module
Procedure: - Install these two plugins on WordPress
- Go to Tools > Import > Joomla
- Configure Joomla database connection parameters
- Click on the import button
Conclusion
Migrating from Joomla! to WordPress doesn’t have to be a headache. With the FG Joomla! to WordPress plugin, you can transfer your content, media, users, and more with confidence, while ensuring that your website remains fully functional and SEO optimised. Don’t let your site get stuck in the past, switch to WordPress today and enjoy all the benefits this powerful CMS has to offer.
Ready to take the plunge? Download FG Joomla to WordPress now and start your migration journey hassle-free!
