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Professional Joomla 3, 4 or 5 to Joomla 6 Migration

We migrate your Joomla website securely to Joomla 6. Content, important URLs and functionality are preserved, while incompatible extensions and templates are reviewed in advance.

Migration from Joomla 1.5

Malware Check incl.

Responsive Design Conversion

Future-proof

Migration from Joomla 2.5

GDPR Review & Implementation

PHP 8 Compatible

1.5
Legacy
2.5
Classic
3.x
Extended
4.x
Modern
5.x
Supported
6.x
Current

Joomla 1.5

Release: 2008

Features:

  • Fist Modern Version
  • Legacy MVC
  • Old API

Migration:

Complex migration required, complete data transfer possible

Joomla 2.5

Release: 2012

Features:

  • Improved Architecture
  • Bootstrap 2
  • JQuery Integration

Migration:

Direct Migration to 4.x possible, Template Adaptation required

Joomla 3.x

Release: 2013-2021

Features:

  • Bootstrap 3
  • Modern APIs
  • Responsive Design

Migration:

Easy Migration to 4.x, Many Compatible Extensions

Joomla 4.x

Release: 2021

Features:

  • Bootstrap 5
  • Web Asset Manager
  • PHP 8 Support

Migration:

Migration via Joomla 6 to the current Joomla 6 release

Joomla 5.x

Release: 2023

Features:

  • Modern Joomla architecture
  • PHP 8.1+
  • Improved performance and security

Migration:

Supported version with a controlled update path to Joomla 6

ADVANTAGES

All Inclusive Migration

Benefit from our many years of experience and comprehensive services

Security Guaranteed

Full Backup Guarantee and Secure Migration Without Data Loss

Fast Implementation

Migration Completed Within one week of Receiving your Order.

Data Transfer

Complete Transfer of all Content, Users and Settings

Template Customization

Responsive Design and Modern Layout Optimization

Extension Update

Update all Components to Compatible Versions

SEO Optimization

Retain all SEO settings and URL Structures

Joomla Website Security Check

Check your Joomla website for security vulnerabilities now – free of charge and with no obligation. You’ll get your results within seconds.

Free · no sign-up · result in seconds

How secure is your Joomla website?

The website check looks at publicly visible signals — Joomla version, HTTPS, security headers and more — and explains in plain language where action is needed.

Only publicly available data is checked. By clicking, you accept the privacy notice.

What is checked

Joomla version Current? Upgrade path?
PHP version If publicly visible
HTTPS / SSL Encryption enabled?
Security headers HSTS, CSP and more
Clean URLs index.php in the address?
Compression GZIP / Brotli
XML sitemap Present and linked?
Want a closer look? Extensions, code, malware: manual review
No email required No changes to your website Built by Ing. Andy Wunderlich – Joomla since version 1.0

What’s Special About the Joomla Upgrade Service

Since 2015, we have completed more than 1,000 Joomla migrations and client projects for businesses, organisations, agencies and online shops.

Company Pages

Group Pages

Blog Pages

Online shops (including Hilka-Shop, Virtuemart, J2Store)

Comprehensive consulting & template migration

In addition to migration, we are happy to provide you with comprehensive advice on further possible optimizations for your website, drawing on our extensive technical expertise. Many of our competitors also offer website migration services. However, they often lack the expertise to migrate existing templates, for example.

We're different: We can also migrate your existing template, ensuring your website continues to function as usual after the migration.

Migration in 5 Steps

Analysis

Free Assessment & Quote

Backup

Complete Data Backup

Migration

Professional Implementation

Test

Comprehensive Quality Control

Live

Seamless Transition

PRICES

Transparent Pricing

Fair Pricing based on the true scope of work.

Important Information

Migrations to new Joomla major versions are included in the All-inclusive maintenance package with a minimum term of 8 months. Custom development and bespoke extensions are assessed separately in advance.

Standard Migration

For Joomla 3 websites with standard extensions
from €470 €
  • Joomla 3 to Joomla 6 migration
  • Backup and recovery plan
  • Template adaptation
  • Performance review
  • Standard extensions
  • Three months of support
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Professional Migration

For complex Joomla 3 websites
from €750 €
  • Everything in Standard Migration
  • Advanced components
  • Custom template migration
  • Security hardening
  • SEO review
  • Six months of support
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Legacy Migration

For Joomla 1.x and 2.5 websites
from €990 €
  • Joomla 1.x or 2.5 migration
  • Complex data transfer
  • Template rebuild or redesign
  • Extension replacement or adaptation
  • Complete technical modernisation
  • Twelve months of support
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Joomla 4/5 to 6 Update

Complete Joomla 4 or 5 to Joomla 6 update
€249 €
  • Fixed price for standard websites
  • Joomla 4/5 to Joomla 6 update
  • Database update included
  • PHP compatibility review
  • One month of support
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What our Customers say

Over 1000 satisfied customers speak for themselves

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you will receive a detailed report via email after each update. This report contains information about the changes made, updated components, and any recommendations for further optimization.

Joomla Migration to Version 6 - Everything you need to know

Why is migrating to Joomla 6 important now?

Migrating to Joomla 6 is more than just an update—it's a crucial step toward future-proofing your website. With the end of support for older Joomla versions, migration becomes a business-critical necessity.

Key benefits of Joomla 6 migration:

  • Significantly improved performance thanks to modern PHP 8.1 architecture
  • Increased security due to current security standards
  • Better SEO ranking thanks to technical optimizations
  • Modern admin interface for more efficient work
  • Full GDPR compliance thanks to current data protection features

Expert Tip: The sooner you perform the migration, the lower the risk of security vulnerabilities and technical issues. A proactive migration is always more cost-effective than a reactive emergency migration.

Security & Data Protection During Joomla Migration

The security of your website and data is a top priority during migration. Older Joomla versions are often targeted by hackers because known security vulnerabilities are no longer fixed.

Security improvements in Joomla 6:

  • Improved two-factor authentication (2FA)
  • Advanced SQL injection prevention
  • Cutting-edge encryption technologies
  • Automatic security updates
  • Advanced logging and monitoring capabilities

Important: Once support for older versions is discontinued, security updates will no longer be provided. This leaves your website vulnerable to new threats and could lead to data breaches.

Technical aspects of Joomla 6 migration

Migrating to Joomla 6 brings significant technical improvements. Modernizing the codebase and leveraging current technologies will make your website future-proof.

Technical optimizations:

  • PHP 8.1 compatibility for maximum performance
  • Improved caching mechanisms
  • Optimized database queries
  • Modern JavaScript frameworks
  • Extended API functionality
  • Improved mobile-first support

Performance Gain: Websites on Joomla 6 load on average 30-50% faster than on older versions. This has a positive impact on user experience and SEO rankings.

Business Value Through the Joomla 6 Migration

After the free assessment, you receive a fixed-price proposal and timeline. Most migrations take three to five business days; complex shops or custom extensions may take longer.

For J2Store, J2Commerce or VirtueMart, we also assess products, orders, customers, payments and shipping. Learn about our Joomla shop service.

Economic Benefits:

  • Reduced maintenance costs thanks to modern architecture
  • Improved conversion rates due to faster loading times
  • Higher visibility in search engines
  • Less downtime and greater stability
  • Future-proof investment in your online presence

ROI Tip: The investment in a professional migration usually pays for itself within a few months due to lower maintenance costs and higher conversion rates.

Free Assessment by Ing. Andy Wunderlich

Receive a personal assessment of the scope, risks, timeline and cost of your Joomla migration. After launch, we can provide ongoing updates, backups and monitoring from €69 net per month.