{"id":113451637,"date":"2024-03-25T13:07:16","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T17:07:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thrivethemes.com\/?post_type=ht_kb&#038;p=113451637"},"modified":"2026-01-22T09:37:37","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T14:37:37","slug":"thrive-legacy-themes-retirement-and-faqs","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/thrivethemes.com\/docs\/thrive-legacy-themes-retirement-and-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Migrate from Legacy Themes to Thrive Theme Builder"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In this guide, you&#8217;ll learn how to transition from a legacy Thrive theme to <strong>Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong>, our modern, powerful theme solution. Whether you&#8217;re using FocusBlog, Luxe, Ignition, or any of our other legacy themes, we&#8217;ll walk you through the migration process and show you why upgrading is the best choice for your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Themes Affected<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following legacy themes have been deprecated as of June 1st, 2022:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>FocusBlog<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Luxe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ignition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Squared<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Performag<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pressive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Storied<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rise<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re currently using any of these themes, this guide will help you migrate to <strong>Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding Legacy Theme Deprecation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As of June 1st, 2022, Thrive has deprecated its legacy themes. This means we&#8217;ve shifted our focus entirely to <strong>Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong>, which offers superior functionality, better performance, and ongoing support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What This Means for Your Website<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re currently using a legacy theme, here&#8217;s what you need to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Your website will continue to function.<\/strong> Deprecation doesn&#8217;t mean your site stops working. Your traffic will keep flowing, and your conversions will keep happening. However, here&#8217;s what will change going forward:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Legacy themes will no longer appear in <strong>Thrive Product Manager<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WordPress compatibility updates will no longer be published for legacy themes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security patches will not be applied to legacy themes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support for legacy theme-related issues will no longer be available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news? Migrating to <strong>Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong> is easier than you might think, and you&#8217;ll gain access to a vastly superior platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You Should Migrate to Thrive Theme Builder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong> is the modern evolution of Thrive&#8217;s theming solution. It offers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Advanced Customization:<\/strong> Build and design your site with complete control<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Better Performance:<\/strong> Optimized code and faster load times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ongoing Support:<\/strong> Regular updates, security patches, and dedicated support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>More Features:<\/strong> Access to the latest Thrive innovations and integrations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Future-Proof:<\/strong> Continuous development ensures your site stays current<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Migration Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step One: Prepare Your Site<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you begin the migration, take these preparatory steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Back up your website.<\/strong> Use your hosting provider&#8217;s backup tools or a WordPress backup plugin to create a complete backup of your site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Document your current setup.<\/strong> Take screenshots of your site&#8217;s layout, colors, and any custom settings you&#8217;ve configured in your legacy theme.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Review your content.<\/strong> Make sure all pages, posts, and media are up to date.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step Two: Install Thrive Theme Builder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;re ready, follow these steps to install <strong>Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log in to your WordPress dashboard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate to <strong>Plugins<\/strong> > <strong>Add New<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search for &#8220;Thrive Theme Builder.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Install Now<\/strong>, then <strong>Activate<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>For detailed installation instructions, see <strong>How to Install &amp; Activate Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step Three: Access the Theme Builder Editor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After activation, you can begin using <strong>Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In your WordPress dashboard, go to <strong>Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong> (you&#8217;ll see this in your left menu).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Start Building<\/strong> to access the editor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore the template library and choose a starting template that matches your site&#8217;s style.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>For more details, see <strong>How Do I Access or Switch to the Thrive Theme Builder Editor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step Four: Customize Your Site<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now comes the fun part\u2014building your new site:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use the drag-and-drop editor to customize your homepage, blog layout, and other pages.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply your branding (colors, fonts, logos) to match your previous design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recreate any custom sections or layouts from your legacy theme.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test your site across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step Five: Migrate Your Content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your existing pages and posts will automatically carry over, but you may need to adjust some formatting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Review each page in the new <strong>Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong> editor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update any custom layouts or styling that may have changed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test all links, forms, and interactive elements to ensure they work correctly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step Six: Go Live<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;re satisfied with your new site:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make sure all changes are saved.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test your site one final time on different browsers and devices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update your DNS or domain settings if needed (your hosting provider can help).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor your site for the first 24 hours to ensure everything is working smoothly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To support your migration, we&#8217;ve created comprehensive guides and courses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thrivethemes.com\/docs\/how-to-switch-your-site-to-thrive-theme-builder-thrive-university-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">How to Switch Your Site to Thrive Theme Builder \u2013 Thrive University Course<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thrivethemes.com\/thrive-theme-builder-tutorials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Thrive Theme Builder \u2013 Tutorials Page<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thrivethemes.com\/docs\/how-to-start-using-thrive-theme-builder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">How to Start Using Thrive Theme Builder<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thrivethemes.com\/docs-categories\/thrive-theme-builder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Thrive Theme Builder Knowledge Base<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Need Help?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you encounter any issues during your migration or have questions about <strong>Thrive Theme Builder<\/strong>, our support team is here to help. Visit <strong>Thrive Theme Builder Knowledge Base<\/strong> or contact our support team for personalized assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related Resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Thrive Theme Builder Documentation:<\/strong> Explore the full <a href=\"https:\/\/thrivethemes.com\/docs-categories\/thrive-theme-builder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Thrive Theme Builder knowledge base<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thrive Ultimatum Documentation:<\/strong> Learn about conversion optimization with <a href=\"https:\/\/thrivethemes.com\/docs-categories\/thrive-ultimatum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Thrive Ultimatum<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this guide, you&#8217;ll learn how to transition from a legacy Thrive theme to Thrive Theme Builder, our modern, powerful theme solution. 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