WordPress Version Upgrade Services
Upgrade Version: Core WordPress 4.x → 5.x → 6.x → 7.x (and beyond)
Our Approach:
- Plugin & Theme Compatibility: Scan for outdated code; apply patches or replacements
- Database Schema Updates: Migrate custom tables and Gutenberg block data
- Security Enhancements: Apply core hardening and critical plugin fixes
- Staged Rollouts: Canary releases to catch issues early
- Content Integrity Checks: Verify custom post types, permalinks, and media handling
| Phase | Activities | Deliverables |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Plugin/Theme Audit | • Scan for deprecated functions in PHP templates and plugins • Identify Gutenberg block issues | • Compatibility report • Upgrade recommendations |
| 2. Staging Upgrade | • Clone to staging • Run core updates via WP-CLI • Update plugins/themes | • Staging site link • Version manifest file |
| 3. Database Migration | • Run wp db migrate tools for schema changes• Verify custom post type integrity | • Migration logs • Validation scripts |
| 4. Functional Testing | • Check front-end theme rendering, widgets, and shortcodes • Test REST API endpoints | • Test summary • Bug-fix patches |
| 5. Security Hardening | • Apply OWASP-recommended WP settings • Harden wp-config.php and file permissions | • Security configuration guide |
| 6. Production Rollout | • Schedule maintenance window • Use WP pull–push or blue-green • Monitor for errors | • Release notes • Hotfix support plan |