Drupal 7, a chapter that turns
After more than a decade of loyal service, Drupal 7 will officially reach its end of life on January 5, 2025. This announcement marks a major turning point for the many websites built on this version of the CMS.
What are the consequences of this end of life?
After this date, Drupal 7 will no longer benefit from:
- Security updates: Your site will be exposed to potential vulnerabilities, which could lead to hacks or data loss.
- New features: Drupal 7 will no longer be able to evolve and you will no longer be able to benefit from the latest innovations of the CMS.
- From Community Support: The Drupal community will focus its efforts on newer versions, reducing the support available for Drupal 7.
Why migrate to a newer version?
- Security: New versions of Drupal offer enhanced protections against cyberattacks.
- Performance: Recent versions are optimized to provide a better user experience and faster page loading.
- Features: Benefit from the latest features such as inline editing, integrations with other tools, and better content management.
- Long-term support: By choosing a newer version, you ensure long-term support and the ability to update your site in the future.
How to act?
The Webmarketing Agency teams can support you and work on the following steps:
Audit content: a complete inventory of your content so nothing is lost during migration.
Identify custom modules: Some custom modules may not be compatible with newer versions of Drupal.
Test compatibility: Check if the installed themes and modules are compatible with the target version (Drupal 9 or 10).
Choose your target version:
Drupal 9: This release is a major update to Drupal 8, offering many improvements while maintaining significant compatibility with existing modules.
Drupal 10: The latest release, offering the latest features and a modernized architecture.
Based on the previous steps, we will be able to define a schedule by establishing a calendar. We will take care of creating a dedicated environment on the agency's servers to test and accept your website.
The end of life of Drupal 7 is an opportunity to modernize your website and benefit from the latest technological advances. By anticipating this deadline and carefully planning your migration, you can ensure the sustainability of your online presence.
Additional tips:
- Don't delay: The longer you wait, the more complex and expensive the migration will be.
- Plan a budget: Migration may involve costs related to specific developments, training and support.
By taking these precautions, you will ensure a smooth transition to a newer version of Drupal and enjoy all the benefits it offers.