Kirby to WordPress Migration for Seamless Website Growth
The Benefits of Switching from Kirby CMS to WordPress
Kirby CMS is a flat-file content management system built for developers who prefer working with markdown. It’s lightweight, doesn’t require a database, and thrives on simplicity. For small projects, it’s a great fit, especially for those comfortable managing content in text files and a file-based structure.
But as your business grows, limitations begin to show. Scaling a Kirby site means extra effort when you need advanced functionality, SEO features, or integrations. Developers often have to rely on manual PHP coding and custom setups.
WordPress, on the other hand, powers 43% of all websites globally—from simple blogs to enterprise platforms. With its intuitive backend, even non-technical users can manage content.
Here’s what you’ll get with us:
- Transparent migration assessment and cost, no surprises, no hidden fees
- 100% SEO continuity verified URL and metadata mapping preserves search rankings
- Dedicated migration experts skilled in both Kirby and WordPress platforms
- Faster, easier publishing move from the Kirby Panel to the WordPress dashboard
- Content integrity guaranteed, we convert your bunch of markdown files into folders for WordPress flawlessly
Key features of Migrating from Kirby to WordPress
All your Kirby CMS content including pages, markdown files, media files, and forms is migrated to WordPress with zero downtime. Our team handles the complex content mapping and conversion from markdown, ensuring that your Kirby workflow and structure are preserved. Whether you’re using a specific Kirby version, a valid Kirby license, or a custom Kirby panel workflow, we guarantee a smooth migration with zero data loss.
We replicate your Kirby design pixel-perfect in WordPress or create a fresh, custom look aligned with your brand and business goals. Our developers are familiar with both Kirby’s template system and WordPress themes, ensuring a seamless transition from your current version of Kirby.
We ensure all your SEO settings, such as meta titles, descriptions, URLs, and redirects, are safely migrated to WordPress. While search rankings remain in Google’s hands, this process helps your new site maintain its visibility & delivers a solid foundation for continued performance.
With WordPress’s database-driven architecture, your site is built to grow with your business. Whether you’re handling thousands of daily visitors or expanding from a blog to e-commerce, WordPress scales effortlessly—without requiring deep PHP expertise or server management.
With WordPress, most enterprise integrations are already covered by native plugins that are tried, tested, and continuously updated. From Salesforce and HubSpot to GA4, Mailchimp, and Cloudinary, your marketing stack connects seamlessly. And if your team prefers not to use plugins or needs something highly specific, custom-coded integrations can be built reliably in WordPress.
With WordPress Gutenberg, your marketing team gains an advanced drag-and-drop editor with 100+ blocks, reusable patterns, and full layout control. Create landing pages, campaigns, and content instantly, without developers. Ensure brand consistency, speed, and scalability with a future-proof editor built for enterprise.
All your Kirby CMS content including pages, markdown files, media files, and forms is migrated to WordPress with zero downtime. Our team handles the complex content mapping and conversion from markdown, ensuring that your Kirby workflow and structure are preserved. Whether you’re using a specific Kirby version, a valid Kirby license, or a custom Kirby panel workflow, we guarantee a smooth migration with zero data loss.
We replicate your Kirby design pixel-perfect in WordPress or create a fresh, custom look aligned with your brand and business goals. Our developers are familiar with both Kirby’s template system and WordPress themes, ensuring a seamless transition from your current version of Kirby.
We ensure all your SEO settings, such as meta titles, descriptions, URLs, and redirects, are safely migrated to WordPress. While search rankings remain in Google’s hands, this process helps your new site maintain its visibility & delivers a solid foundation for continued performance.
With WordPress’s database-driven architecture, your site is built to grow with your business. Whether you’re handling thousands of daily visitors or expanding from a blog to e-commerce, WordPress scales effortlessly—without requiring deep PHP expertise or server management.
With WordPress, most enterprise integrations are already covered by native plugins that are tried, tested, and continuously updated. From Salesforce and HubSpot to GA4, Mailchimp, and Cloudinary, your marketing stack connects seamlessly. And if your team prefers not to use plugins or needs something highly specific, custom-coded integrations can be built reliably in WordPress.
With WordPress Gutenberg, your marketing team gains an advanced drag-and-drop editor with 100+ blocks, reusable patterns, and full layout control. Create landing pages, campaigns, and content instantly, without developers. Ensure brand consistency, speed, and scalability with a future-proof editor built for enterprise.
From Kirby to WordPress: Our Process Explained
01 Initial Consultation
We analyze the existing Kirby setup, identify custom features and integrations, and discuss desired WordPress functionality. SEO considerations and URL mapping are reviewed to preserve rankings. This helps us align the migration plan with your long-term business goals for a smooth transition to WordPress.
01Initial Consultation
We analyze the existing Kirby setup, identify custom features and integrations, and discuss desired WordPress functionality. SEO considerations and URL mapping are reviewed to preserve rankings. This helps us align the migration plan with your long-term business goals for a smooth transition to WordPress.
02 Content Audit & Backup
Next, we perform a thorough content audit, cataloging all pages, posts, media, and metadata to decide what to migrate, update, or discard. This step identifies outdated or duplicate content and documents SEO elements such as URLs and redirects.
02Content Audit & Backup
Next, we perform a thorough content audit, cataloging all pages, posts, media, and metadata to decide what to migrate, update, or discard. This step identifies outdated or duplicate content and documents SEO elements such as URLs and redirects.
03 Design & Development
We can either replicate your current design or develop a new, responsive design that aligns with your brand and business objectives. Any unique features, functionalities, or integrations from your current website are carefully rebuilt or enhanced in WordPress. We ensure your site delivers a seamless experience across all devices and screen sizes.
03Design & Development
We can either replicate your current design or develop a new, responsive design that aligns with your brand and business objectives. Any unique features, functionalities, or integrations from your current website are carefully rebuilt or enhanced in WordPress. We ensure your site delivers a seamless experience across all devices and screen sizes.
04 Migration Execution
We first set up your site in a secure staging environment. Then, we perform a systematic transfer of your Kirby site content by converting markdown files and text content into WordPress posts, pages, and custom post types. To streamline the process, we create custom XML files for bulk importing content into WordPress, ensuring a smooth, accurate, and efficient migration.
04Migration Execution
We first set up your site in a secure staging environment. Then, we perform a systematic transfer of your Kirby site content by converting markdown files and text content into WordPress posts, pages, and custom post types. To streamline the process, we create custom XML files for bulk importing content into WordPress, ensuring a smooth, accurate, and efficient migration.
05 Testing & Optimization
We check third-party integrations, confirm that form submissions work properly, validate URL redirects and SEO settings, optimize loading speeds, test features and functionality, verify interlinking, and ensure mobile responsiveness—making sure every element of your site is ready before going live.
05Testing & Optimization
We check third-party integrations, confirm that form submissions work properly, validate URL redirects and SEO settings, optimize loading speeds, test features and functionality, verify interlinking, and ensure mobile responsiveness—making sure every element of your site is ready before going live.
06 Launch & Training
We publish your new WordPress site and provide hands-on training so you can confidently manage blogs, pages, custom content types, and media files without relying on developers. Say goodbye to the manual management of your content via the text editor or maintaining your GitHub repo, which Kirby typically requires.
06Launch & Training
We publish your new WordPress site and provide hands-on training so you can confidently manage blogs, pages, custom content types, and media files without relying on developers. Say goodbye to the manual management of your content via the text editor or maintaining your GitHub repo, which Kirby typically requires.
Why Choose WPoets for Your Kirby to WordPress Migration?
01
Expert Migration Team
Our team brings years of hands-on experience in WordPress development, enterprise migrations, and custom web solutions. From complex Kirby-to-WordPress migrations to building scalable, high-performance websites, we combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of business objectives. We have specialists in frontend and backend development, SEO optimization, content management, and third-party integrations, ensuring every aspect of your website performs flawlessly.
02
Fully Managed Maintenance
Our maintenance services keep your WordPress site secure, fast, and up-to-date. This includes routine plugin and theme updates, core WordPress upgrades, backups, and malware scanning. We proactively monitor site performance, address any vulnerabilities, and ensure that both frontend and backend functionality remain smooth. By taking a preventive approach, we minimize downtime and allow your team to focus on growth rather than troubleshooting technical issues.
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Monthly Hours Packages
Our flexible monthly hours packages give your team access to expert WordPress development and support whenever needed. Whether it’s new feature development, updates, or content changes, the pre-allocated hours ensure predictable costs and prioritized service. This model provides the agility of an in-house team without the overhead, letting businesses respond quickly to new opportunities or changing requirements.
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Continuous Site Improvements
We focus on continuous improvements to keep your website modern, efficient, and competitive. Regular audits of performance, design, and functionality help identify areas for enhancement. By iteratively implementing upgrades, optimizing workflows, and adopting the latest web standards, your site evolves alongside your business needs, delivering ongoing value to both your team and your users.
What Clients Say
View all testimonials“We needed more than just a new blog; we needed a content engine. The WPoets team didn’t just migrate our blog; they made it better, faster, and future-proof. It’s now a platform our content team enjoys working on every day.”
– Marketing Lead, Cars24 Australia
Read all FAQs
Why Choose WordPress Over Kirby CMS?
Will my site be slower on WordPress?
- Optimized Database: We structure and index your content efficiently in WordPress’s MySQL/MariaDB database to enable faster queries.
- Caching: We implement caching mechanisms to deliver pages instantly to visitors.
- Media Optimization: Images and media files are compressed and served via optimized formats or a CDN.
- Code & Plugin Optimization: Unnecessary code is removed, and plugins are carefully selected and configured for minimal performance impact.
- Responsive & Lightweight Design: Themes and layouts are optimized for speed without compromising functionality or design.
- Server Configuration: We recommend configuring high-performance hosting environments tailored for WordPress.
- Core Web Vitals & Performance Score: We optimize for LCP (Largest Contentful Paint), FID (First Input Delay), and CLS (Cumulative Layout Shift) to achieve high-performance scores, ensuring fast, stable, and user-friendly experiences.
Will my Kirby design look the same on WordPress?
How long does a Kirby to WordPress migration take?
Will my content and data be preserved?
Do you provide WordPress training?
- How to manage content using the WordPress backend and text editor.
- How to navigate the WordPress dashboard, manage users, and configure settings.
- How to create, edit, and publish content effectively.
