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    Koster
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    Dear reader,
    is it possible to update from version 5.0.1 to the latest version? Or do i have to take specific precautions?

    Kind regard,
    Addy Koster

    #1495922

    Hey Koster,
    You can update and we do not expect any issues, but some things to keep in mind, if you have a custom header.php or footer.php in your child theme, you should remove these first, as they have changed. After you update you can review the new version of these files and make copies with your customizations into your child theme. I recommend tring to find a different way to add your customizations without using these files, or you will run into this issue again in the future.
    The same is for any custom elements that you have in your child theme. If your child theme only has a style.css & functions.php & screenshot.png then you are fine.
    If you have added any custom code to any parent theme files, you should save the code as it will be lost when you update.
    You will not be able to automatically update via the theme options, as Theme Forest has changed since your version, after you manually update you will be able to update via the theme options for future updates.
    A good practice is to use your web host options to create a stagging site and update it first to ensure your site looks & works the same, and then update your live site. If you are not able to do this, at least ask your web host to create a full backup, including the database for a fallback just in case.
    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.
    After which you can go to your Theme Forest account and create a new Token for future automatic updates.

    Best regards,
    Mike

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