Hi, we have a WordPress site on which we installed version 3.7.1 of the Enfold theme in 2017. We’d like to update the site and theme to the latest version. Are there any compatibility issues we need to address?
Hey Alejo Rotemberg,
We expect no issues with updating, but recommend creating a full backup using your webhost backup tool, not a plugin unless you have specific knowledge with it and it has worked for you in the past. Often backup plugins fail when restoring.
Also note that if you are not using a child theme and the core files such as functions.php were modified those customizations will be lost, so backup any customizations.
Also note that if you are using a child theme and you have a copy of the header.php or footer.php in the child theme, please remove these as these files have changed and will cause an error.
To update your version of Enfold you will need to download the latest installable WP version from your Theme Forest account and upload it to your WordPress ▸ Appearance ▸ Themes ▸ Add Themes ▸ Add New
after you choose the zip file and click install, you will see a This theme is already installed message because you are updating, you can continue
then you will see the Theme updated successfully message.
Best regards,
Mike