WordPress Plugin Migration

Whether you need to replace an abandoned plugin, switch to a better alternative, or restructure spaghetti code into a proper plugin, we migrate your functionality cleanly with zero data loss and no downtime.

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of hacked CMS sites are WordPress, often because sites continue running abandoned plugins with known vulnerabilities that will never be patched

Sucuri, 2022

Plugin Migration

Complete plugin migration services: replacing deprecated or abandoned plugins, migrating between competing solutions, and restructuring custom theme code into maintainable plugin architecture.

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What's Included

Everything you get with our Plugin Migration

Data Migration

All data stored by your current plugin is mapped and transferred to the replacement solution with zero data loss

Functionality Replication

Every feature and workflow your team relies on is replicated or improved in the new plugin architecture

Code Restructuring

Custom code scattered across theme files is reorganized into a proper, maintainable plugin with clean architecture

Our Plugin Migration Process

Current State Audit

We document everything about your current plugin: what data it stores, where it stores it, what functionality it provides, what hooks and filters other code depends on, and what integrations exist. This creates a complete migration map.

Migration Planning

We plan the migration: what replaces the current plugin (new plugin, custom build, or restructured code), how data will be transferred, what compatibility layers are needed for dependent code, and what testing is required.

Migration Execution

We execute the migration on a staging environment: installing the replacement, running data migration scripts, verifying data integrity, testing all functionality, and confirming that dependent code and integrations continue to work.

Production Cutover

Once staging testing is complete, we perform the migration on your live site during a low-traffic window. We verify everything works in production, keep the old plugin deactivated but available for rollback, and monitor closely for any issues.

Key Benefits

Clean Code Organization

Custom functionality that was crammed into theme files, scattered across multiple locations, or built with quick hacks gets restructured into a clean, well-organized plugin with proper architecture that follows WordPress coding standards.

Maintainable Architecture

The migrated code follows WordPress plugin architecture: proper file organization, hook-based integration, settings API for configuration, and comprehensive documentation. Future developers can understand and modify it without reverse-engineering.

Complete Data Preservation

Every piece of data from your old plugin is migrated to the new solution. Custom database tables, post meta, user meta, options, and configuration settings are all mapped and transferred accurately. We verify data integrity after migration.

Research & Evidence

Backed by industry research and proven results

CMS Hacking Report

90% of hacked CMS sites are WordPress, with abandoned plugins as a significant contributing factor

Sucuri (2022)

Plugin Attack Vectors

97% of WordPress attacks exploit plugin and theme vulnerabilities, making migration away from abandoned plugins a security priority

WPBeginner (2023)

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I lose any data during the migration?

No. We create comprehensive data maps before migration, build scripts that transfer every piece of data, and verify data integrity after the transfer. We also maintain full backups throughout the process so we can roll back if anything unexpected occurs.

Can you migrate from one plugin to another?

Yes. Common migrations include switching form plugins (Contact Form 7 to Gravity Forms), ecommerce plugins, SEO plugins (Yoast to Rank Math), page builders, and LMS plugins. We handle the data migration, URL redirects if needed, and functionality verification.

Can you restructure code from my theme into a plugin?

Yes. This is one of our most common migration projects. Custom functionality added to theme functions.php, template files, or random include files gets restructured into a proper WordPress plugin with clean architecture, proper hooks, and documentation. This makes the code maintainable and theme-independent.

How long does a plugin migration take?

Simple migrations with minimal data take 1 to 2 weeks. Complex migrations involving large databases, multiple integrations, or significant code restructuring take 3 to 6 weeks. We provide a detailed timeline after auditing your current setup.

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