Professional Joomla 4 to 5 upgrade
You want to move your Joomla 4 site cleanly to Joomla 5 without taking unnecessary risk?
We run the upgrade in a structured way: pre-check the baseline, back up the site, perform the upgrade and verify key functionality afterwards.
Joomla 4 has reached End-of-Life
Since October 2025 Joomla 4 no longer receives official security updates or bug fixes. Sites still running Joomla 4 are increasingly vulnerable to security flaws and gradually losing compatibility with current PHP versions and hosting environments.
- No more security updates from the Joomla project
- Growing incompatibility with PHP 8.2+ and modern server configurations
- Extension developers are dropping Joomla 4 support
- The longer you wait, the more complex the upgrade becomes
Benefits
What Joomla 5 does better
The upgrade brings back security and adds tangible technical improvements.
Current security updates
Joomla 5 is actively maintained and receives regular security and stability updates.
Better performance
Optimised code, leaner architecture and full PHP 8.2+ support for faster load times.
Improved accessibility
Joomla 5 brings significant progress on WCAG 2.1—important for public and business websites.
Child templates
Design customisations can be cleanly separated in child templates without touching the original.
Modern admin interface
Redesigned backend with dark mode, Bootstrap 5.3 and improved media management.
Task Scheduler
Scheduled tasks can be managed directly within Joomla—no external cron access required.
4-step process
How the Joomla 4 to 5 upgrade works
Structured in four steps—from analysis to post-check.
Technical pre-check
We review Joomla version, extensions, template base and hosting environment before touching anything.
Backup and safeguards
Before the upgrade your site is fully backed up so there is a reliable baseline.
Upgrade execution
We perform the Joomla 5 upgrade in a structured way, aiming for a clean technical state.
Functional post-check
After the switch we check key areas and verify core functionality.
On request we move your site straight into Manage Joomla Care or Manage Joomla Care Pro for ongoing upkeep.
When a Joomla 4 to 5 upgrade makes sense
Moving to Joomla 5 helps keep the site current, improve compatibility with modern environments and prepare future work. Extensions, template specifics and safeguards matter—upgrades should not run without a safety net.
Typical pitfalls
Even when 4→5 is often straightforward, issues can come from outdated extensions, customised templates, old PHP settings or hidden edge cases. That is why a professional approach is often cheaper than rework later.
What makes sense after the upgrade
If the site should stay clean long term, Care Pro is a strong follow-on. Major upgrades on the official Joomla path are included there while the site stays upgrade-ready under care.
Joomla 4 to 5 upgrade from €250 excl. VAT
For many standard websites a professional upgrade is already possible at a clearly calculable fixed price.
Premium service includes:
- Technical pre-check of your website
- Backup and safeguards before the upgrade
- Joomla 5 upgrade execution
- PHP and baseline compatibility check
- Post-check of core functionality
- Personal feedback on any findings
- Support and guidance around the upgrade
Customer proof
What customers in similar situations value
Berlin Real Estate I.
“From the start they showed migration and adjustment costs clearly and transparently. The developer was reachable for questions and feedback and completed the migration very quickly.”
TC Rot-Weiß P.
“After clarifying details, a fast and solid upgrade from Joomla 2.5 to 3.9. If I had known the company a year earlier I would not have spent days on a failed upgrade attempt.”
Michael K.
“The whole upgrade was handled very competently and quickly. Thank you—I can recommend them with confidence.”
We deliberately care for only a limited number of Joomla projects at a time so quality, personal support and reliable response times stay sustainable.
FAQ
Can Joomla 4 go to 5 directly?
Often yes. Whether your site can do it without preparatory work—we check first.
Do content and menus stay intact?
Usually yes. We also create a backup before the upgrade for a safe baseline.
How long does the upgrade take?
Many standard projects can be scheduled soon. Effort depends on structure and specifics of your site.
Can I switch to care afterwards?
Yes. After the upgrade the site can move into Manage Joomla Care or Care Pro. With ongoing care, major upgrades on the official path are included in Care Pro.
Ask now how your Joomla 4→5 upgrade can be done safely and predictably.