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Don’t Hit “Snooze” on Upgrading to Umbraco 13

Don’t Hit “Snooze” on Upgrading to Umbraco 13

Some of us love to hit snooze. Whether it’s an alarm, an app update on your phone, or your inbox, the “remind me later” button sometimes feels like a lifesaver. When it it comes to your website, it’s a different story.

Delaying upgrades isn’t just an inconvenience, it’s a huge risk. Without regular updates, you could be missing out on not only speed and functionality – but most importantly, security updates that keep your website safe.

We’ve been working with Umbraco for years to provide our clients with a smarter, high-performing and secure platform that scales and grows with them. And thanks to the thoughtful team at Umbraco, the roadmap for the future of the platform looks even brighter with their 4 Lighthouses.

While Umbraco 14 was released earlier this year, Version 13 is a Long Term Supported (LTS) version, which means you’ll have support for longer to future-proof your site and make managing and maintaining it a whole lot smoother.

So, why should Umbraco 13 be on your radar right now?

Updating for Security & Reliability


These days, there’s nothing more important than keeping your website secure. Outdated platforms are vulnerable to attacks, bugs and slowdowns.

Umbraco 13 takes security seriously with regular updates that keep your site protected from potential threats, and because it’s open source, every developer in the Umbraco community has eyes on the code to ensure any vulnerabilities are caught and fixed quickly (teamwork makes the dream work).


Maintenance & Support Made Easy


Nobody loves maintenance – especially when it slows down your work or disrupts your website. But that’s one of the strengths of Umbraco 13 – as an LTS version, it’s supported until Q4 2026, giving you less headaches and more time to focus on growing your business.

Clever Content Management


Managing content can feel like a juggling act, but Umbraco 13 simplifies it. With new rich text editor blocks, you can easily reuse content across different sections of your site, cutting down on repetition and streamlining workflows.

You can always switch them back on, but for teams juggling lots of moving parts, this update ensures better security, and nothing gets lost in the shuffle.
 

Go Further with Smarter Integrations


One of the biggest leaps forward with Umbraco 13 is the introduction of webhooks now being externally available. This means easier, real-time communication between your site and other platforms from job boards to advertising software.

Imagine creating automation that handles the grunt work for you in a click – publishing new job roles, updating content, or linking CRM systems.

How Do You Upgrade?


Upgrading a website isn’t like hitting “Update” on your phone apps. It’s a process that requires careful planning, testing and expertise. It’s not just giving your site a new coat of paint.


Testing the waters
: Before we touch your live site, we conduct tests for the latest Umbraco version on a replica environment to ensure everything works perfectly when we go live. 

Migration done right: Whether you’re keeping your design or reimagining your site’s look, we ensure all existing functionalities integrate smoothly. And if you’re ready for a visual overhaul, we can even handle that too. 

Content revamp: We take this opportunity to optimise your content, restructuring media libraries, and ensuring everything is easy to manage post-upgrade. 

Thorough QA and user-testing: Our team doesn’t just skim over the surface. We test every nook and cranny of your website to flag potential issues and ensure the site remains updated and secure. 

Long-term monitoring: Once your upgrade is live, we don’t just walk away. With ongoing monitoring and proactive support, we ensure your site stays secure, functional and future-proof.

Embrace a Seamless Upgrade


Umbraco 13 is a leap forward in security, performance and functionality. We specialise in turning upgrades into opportunities, so whether you need to streamline your content management, boost security, or integrate with new platforms, we’ve got what you need to make it happen.
 


If you’re thinking about upgrading to Umbraco 13, let’s have a chat.

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