Joomla 4 Upgrades

Upgrade your Joomla Website to Joomla 4!

Joomla 4 is the latest version of the Joomla content management system. It is a major update from Joomla 3 and introduces a number of new features and improvements.

One of the most important changes in Joomla 4 is the move to a new framework, Joomla Framework 2.5. This new framework provides a number of benefits, including improved performance and stability, and a more modern codebase.

If you are currently running a Joomla 3 website, it is important to start planning your move to Joomla 4. The Joomla 3 series will reach end of life in August 2023, at which point security fixes and updates will no longer be released.

Moving to Joomla 4 will ensure that your website remains secure and up-to-date, and takes advantage of the latest improvements and features.

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Help Updating Joomla 3 to Joomla 4

If your Joomla website is running on an older version of the software, you may not be able to update it to the latest version. In this case, you may need to migrate your site to a new server or rebuild it from scratch.

At Revibe Digital, we offer a migration/update service for Joomla 3 websites. We can help you move your site to a new server or rebuild it from scratch, so you can continue to use the latest version of Joomla.

Not every Joomla 3 website can be updated to Joomla 4, in fact, there are several factors that may dictate if a move is possible, for example:

  • You use Joomla 3 only plugins. examples include (K2, Fabrik).
  • Your template isn’t compatible, If you have bought a ThemeForest template, or used one of the default Joomla 3 templates you may not be able to update.
  • You have custom code, or the website has been built badly.

If you’re not sure whether your website can be updated or needs to be migrated, contact us and we’ll be happy to help.

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Joomla 3 Security Only Mode

As Joomla 3 and the developers prepare to shift focus from the old outdated Joomla 3 and move on to Joomla 4, the people at Joomla have set an end of support or end of life for version 3 CMS at 17th August 2023, considering we are still at this time 1 year away from that date you’re probably wondering why you are getting the warning at the top of your control panel?

We have a whole article explaining Security only mode here. Find out more!

Joomla 3 End-of-life

The “end of life” for Joomla 3 is actually the end of its support cycle. Joomla 3 will no longer receive security updates or new features after August 2023. So, if you’re still using Joomla 3, you’ll need to upgrade to a newer version before that date in order to keep your site secure and up-to-date.

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Consider a Joomla to WordPress Migration

Are you using Joomla and considering migrating to WordPress? Here are 3 compelling reasons to make the switch:

1. WordPress is more user-friendly than Joomla.

If you’re not a developer or particularly tech-savvy, WordPress is a much more user-friendly platform than Joomla. The interface is simpler and easier to navigate, and there’s a vast library of resources and support available if you need help.

2. WordPress is more popular than Joomla.

WordPress powers a huge chunk of the internet – over 30% of all websites! Joomla, on the other hand, only has a 2.8% market share. This popularity means that there’s a large community of users and developers who can offer support and resources and a vast ecosystem of plugins and themes to choose from.

3. WordPress is more SEO-friendly than Joomla.

Search Engine Optimization is critical for any website that wants to rank well in search engines like Google. WordPress is built with SEO in mind, whereas Joomla is not. There are also a lot of great plugins and resources available for WordPress users to help them further optimize their sites.

We Also offer a variety of WordPress Services, Check them out here.

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Commonly Asked Joomla Questions

Joomla 4 is already released, infact Joomla 4 was expected to be released in the second half of 2020. Joomla 4 is now roughly in version 4.2, Joomla 4 is a major update to the Joomla CMS, and will bring a number of new features and improvements. It is important to Note that the Joomla 3 Support is scheduled to end on August 17th 2023, so be sure to update your Joomla website ASAP!

Joomla is a free and open-source content management system (CMS) for publishing web content. It is built on a model–view–controller web application framework that can be used independently of the CMS. Joomla! is used all over the world to power everything from simple websites to complex corporate applications.

Joomla! is one of the most popular website softwares available. It's used by individuals, small & medium-sized businesses, and large organizations worldwide to create & maintain their website. Joomla! is easy to install, simple to manage, and reliable.

  • Joomla is extremely user-friendly and anyone with basic computer skills can create and manage a Joomla website without any hassle.
  • Joomla is very flexible and can be easily customized to suit the specific needs of any website.
  • Joomla websites are highly responsive and can be viewed on any device, including mobile phones and tablets.
  • Joomla websites are very secure and are less likely to be hacked as compared to other CMSs.
  • Joomla has a large community of users who are always willing to help and support each other.

The cost of Joomla depends on your needs and requirements. If you need help with Joomla development, you can contact a Joomla development company or hire a Joomla developer.

The Typical Joomla website should cost between $1,500 - $12,000 NZD Depending on the requirements of your system

Custom Development on Joomla or Agency Rates will generally range between $125 - $350 per hour

Joomla is a secure and safe content management system (CMS). It is regularly audited and updated by the Joomla Security Strike Team (JSST) to help protect websites from security vulnerabilities. However, no CMS is 100% secure, and it is important to take steps to secure your Joomla website. The most important thing you can do to secure your Joomla website is to keep it up-to-date. Update Joomla as soon as a new version is released, and update all third-party extensions and templates. Keep a backup of your website so that you can restore it if it is hacked or corrupted. Install a security extension, such as Admin Tools or Secure Site, to help protect your website from attacks.

With Any CMS we recommend using a security professional like Kyanite Group to monitor and protect your website

If you are trying to decide between Joomla and WordPress for your website or blog, you should know the difference between the two content management systems (CMS). Joomla is a free and open source CMS while WordPress is a free, open source blogging tool and content management system.

WordPress is used by millions of people around the world, including some of the largest news websites, like The Guardian, Forbes, and The New York Times. Joomla is used by many smaller websites, including personal websites and smaller businesses.

Joomla is better for larger websites with more complex functionality while WordPress is better for smaller websites and blogs.

There is no accurate way to track how many websites use Joomla. However, according to Builtwith.com, Joomla is used on 1.4% of all websites. This means that Joomla is used on approximately 14 million websites.

Joomla Website has indicated the platform has over 30 million downloads

In New Zealand there is roughly 4,000 businesses using Joomla CMS, in Australia that is closer to 20,000 and in the USA more like 350,000 websites using Joomla

Joomla is a content management system (CMS) that enables you to build websites and powerful online applications. Many aspects, including its ease-of-use and extensibility, have made Joomla the most popular website software available. Best of all, Joomla is an open source solution that is freely available to everyone. Joomla is a flexible and powerful platform, whether you are building a simple personal website or a complex corporate application. It is easy to use for newbie users and has many advanced features for more experienced users. Joomla is also highly customizable with thousands of extensions and templates available to change the look and feel of your site, or add new features.

Yes, Joomla is good for SEO. Joomla is a popular content management system (CMS) that helps you easily create and manage your website. Joomla is packed with features that make it easy to optimize your website for search engines. With Joomla, you can control title tags, meta descriptions, and other important SEO elements. You can also create custom URLs and alter the structure of your website to make it more search engine friendly.

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Check Out Our Happy Customers!

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andrew binstock
2023-02-26
Great work! We hired Revibe to finish up a Joomla project begun by another firm that was not going well. With a minimum of direction, they jumped in right away and took care of all outstanding tasks, exactly as we asked for. It was quite a thrill to watch a firm move so quickly and understand what was needed with only two emails of explanation. In addition, pricing was very fair. Our only regret is that we didn't start with Revibe to begin with. Highly recommended!
David Lloyd
David Lloyd
2023-02-03
We have really enjoyed working with Brett. He is generous with his advice and quick to understand and meet any brief.
Mick Skahill
Mick Skahill
2022-11-06
First class
Leshana Vanderpoel
Leshana Vanderpoel
2022-09-28
Brett is incredibly helpful. He is extremely knowledgeable re websites and how to make it work best for the individuals needs. 😊
Gillian Candler
Gillian Candler
2022-09-09
Brett at Embed Web Design provided amazing service. He responded quickly to my plea for help with a website problem and resolved it very quickly. I highly recommend this company.
PJ Morris
PJ Morris
2022-01-10
Working with Brett @ Embed has been fantastic! He is always super helpful, quick to respond to queries and get things fixed. No query has been met with no, a solution to what we wanted to do has always been found. They work well with our other suppliers, and are always helpful.
Shane Crawford
Shane Crawford
2021-12-14
I am very impressed with Brett Ransley of Embed Limited. His knowledge is excellent and he is happy to impart his knowledge. He is friendly, very helpful and very professional. I made a commercial decision to leave a long association with our previous I.T. service provider and move over to Embed Limited. I am also impressed with the energy Brett brings and the value that he adds to our business. I am very happy and I have no hesitation at all to recommend Embed Limited. Shane Crawford, Managing Director, Specialist Collections & Consultants Limited.
Lisa Beaumont
Lisa Beaumont
2021-09-07
Dolphinz Swim School had an existing Joomla based website that needed a refresh and various security updates. Brett is one of the few Joomla website builders that we could find. He was able to get our website up to date without having to do a full rebuild and all the time and money associated with that. He provided a cost effective solution for our business and understood our needs well. We would recommend Bretts skills and service to any business that needs website support.

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There are many plans and packages that we have to offer. We offer Website Hosting, Seo Packages, email marketing packages, new business website packages, rebuild/cms migration packages, upgrade/reskin packages and OMSP(ongoing maintenance & support). Some of our packages even offer exclusive discount rates on development and free website hosting. If you have any more questions feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]

Yes, We can fix, secure, and update your website. We are a web design company based in New Zealand and we provide services like malware & security fixes, we offer the ability to update your website's plugins, and PHP versions and make styling, development and whatever change you need on your website. Given we have the access required, we can help you with basically everything you need, and we will do it for a more affordable price than your current agency.

We are based in New Zealand, but we are able to assist businesses from all over the world. We provide support for Australia and New Zealand, and the rest of the world can be arranged upon request. We provide affordable remote support for businesses of all sizes. We can help with your Website setup, hosting & Support. Because we are located in New Zealand, we only charge NZD, so if you want to save money on your website support we can help you.

Primarily our business only works with open-source software, with the exception of Shopify, Open-source CMS software includes Joomla, Magento, WordPress, Drupal, Grav. If you have a website that doesn't use this software, or if you're unsure what software is used, reach out and we will let you know.

We offer a variety of website industry services and solutions including Website hosting, Website maintenance, Design & Development, SEO marketing, Malware & Security fixes, Bug & Error fixes, and a selection of platform-specific services for Joomla, WordPress and Other CMS systems.

Given that your website is using an open source software such as Joomla, Magento, WordPress, Drupal, or one of the many available then we can likely host your website with no issues. Depending on the age of your website, we may require you to make some updates in order to make it more secure for our servers. If you are using Priority software like Wix or Shopify then we can not host your website, we can however rebuild the website into Opensource software, so you have the freedom to move your website where ever you need. We currently offer 3 tailored hosting plans, starting from $35.00 per month. or a discounted yearly rate. Enquire within for more details

We can change anything you want on a website using a variety of methods and tools. Given we have the access needed to your website either via FTP, cPanel, or SSH, and you are operating an Opensource content management system such as WordPress, Magento, Joomla or Drupal then we should have no issues making changes you need. The time to make changes may vary depending on the complexity of your website, how the other developers have built the site and the extent of the change. If you have a website using software like Shopify, Wix or another alternative, we are limited by what is possible to change.

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. It all depends on the type of website you’re building, the features you want it to have, your budget, and your skillset and experience. Generally speaking, though, it takes anywhere from a few days to a few months to build a website. The more complex your website is and the more features you want it to have, the longer it’s likely to take. On the other hand, if you follow a well-planned and efficient development process, building a website can be both enjoyable and rewarding. If you have a tight deadline, we can shuffle projects to make it work for you.

There isn't a set amount that a website costs in New Zealand. The price can vary depending on the complexity of the website and the features that are included. On average, a basic website can cost anywhere from $1500 to $8000. More complex websites can cost upwards of $15,000, or large-scale eCommerce may even break $100,000 The price also depends on who is building your website, the timeline, the budget and the requirements. If you bring any quote to us from a competitor, we will beat it by 15%. You can save time and money by having pre-built templates, using priority software or doing it yourself, there are downsides to each method, so talk to us to decide the easiest path forward for your business.

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Revibe Digital provides a range of Joomla, WordPress & CMS solutions for businesses, from website design and development to hosting and optimization. We can provide all of your digital needs in one place, so you can focus on your business.

Our mission is to make you grow, no matter if you're a small, medium or large business, we can help you find the opportunities to reach your goals!