Upgrading from Umbraco 7 to Umbraco 11: A Game changing Leap
The evolution of technology is unstoppable, constantly pushing the boundaries and transforming the way we develop websites. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, staying up to date with the latest tools and technologies becomes essential. In the realm of Content-Management-Systems Umbraco has established itself as a robust and reliable platform.
With Umbraco v7 fast approaching End of Life (September 2023), take this blog as a gentle reminder that this version will no longer be supported after that date – and it might be time you think about an upgrade to ensure your Umbraco website continues to be secure and performant.
What does ‘End of Life’ mean?
Basically, end of life (EOL) means that the software will no longer be supported by the Umbraco development team after the above date. There won’t be any more releases or patches, and any bugs or security issues will no longer be fixed. Technically, you can still use Umbraco 7 after September your website won't just stop working, nevertheless continuing to use an EOL product means that it becomes increasingly vulnerable to security risks and compatibility issues over time.
Why should we upgrade to Umbraco 11?
Umbraco v11 is the next major release for Umbraco after v10 and promises to be its best version yet. By choosing to stay on v7, you won’t get to work with the fastest, most reliable, and up-to-date version of Umbraco and you will be missing out on a bunch of new features which includes:
- Runs .NET 7 + ASP.NET Core 7
- Improved editing features with Block Grid editor
- Updated and decoupled dependencies
- Cleanup and performance enhancements
- Cutting edge tools
- Revamped interface
- Enhanced Editing and Content Creation
How do we upgrade to Umbraco 11?
If you are an existing Mosaique client, and as each website is organically unique please contact your assigned account manager who will be able to advise you on the next steps.
As a full service digital agency we understand the intricacies of Umbraco and we can provide expert guidance and assistance throughout the upgrade process. Our team of skilled developers and designers can help you assess your current Umbraco 7 implementation plan for a seamless migration to Umbraco 11. Contact us to discover how we can support you in the transition into your shiny new CMS.
