WordPress to Astro Migration
When WordPress isn't fast enough, Astro delivers. Sub-second page loads, perfect Lighthouse scores, and extreme performance.
When does migration make sense?
WordPress is excellent for many use cases. But sometimes you hit a ceiling. Performance optimizations stop working. Core Web Vitals stay stubbornly in the yellow or red. That's when Astro becomes the answer.
Astro generates static HTML at build time. No database queries on every page load. No PHP processing. Just fast, cacheable HTML delivered from edge servers worldwide. The result? Websites that load in milliseconds.
Why migrate to Astro?
Sub-Second Page Loads
Static HTML means your pages load instantly. No database queries, no server processing, just fast.
Perfect Lighthouse Scores
Astro sites regularly achieve 100/100 on Lighthouse. Core Web Vitals become effortless.
Edge Delivery
Deploy to global CDN edges. Your content loads fast for visitors anywhere in the world.
Lower Hosting Costs
Static sites are cheap to host. No PHP, no database servers, no expensive managed WordPress hosting.
Enhanced Security
No database means no SQL injection. No PHP means no server-side vulnerabilities. Static = secure.
Content Flexibility
Use Markdown, MDX, or keep WordPress as a headless CMS. Your content, your choice.
Keep WordPress for content
Love the WordPress editor? Keep using it. Astro can pull content from WordPress as a headless CMS, giving you the best of both worlds.
Your content team keeps the familiar WordPress interface. Your visitors get lightning-fast static pages. Your developers get modern tooling. Everyone wins.
We can also migrate to pure Markdown or MDX files if you prefer to eliminate WordPress entirely. The choice is yours.
Migration process
Assessment
We analyze your current WordPress site: content structure, functionality, integrations, and performance baseline.
Architecture
Design the Astro site structure. Decide on content sources, component patterns, and deployment strategy.
Development
Build your new Astro site with your existing design or a fresh look. Migrate all content and functionality.
Testing
Comprehensive testing across devices and browsers. Verify all redirects, forms, and integrations work.
Launch
Deploy to production with proper redirects. Monitor performance and fix any issues that arise.
Common questions
Will I lose my SEO rankings?
No. We implement proper 301 redirects and maintain your URL structure where possible. Most sites see improved rankings due to better performance.
What about forms and dynamic features?
Forms work through services like Netlify Forms or custom endpoints. Dynamic features can be built with JavaScript islands that only load when needed.
Can I still update content easily?
Yes. With headless WordPress or a git-based CMS, updating content is straightforward. We train your team on the new workflow.
How long does migration take?
Typically 4-8 weeks depending on site complexity. Simple brochure sites are faster. Large content sites with complex functionality take longer.
Ready to go faster?
Let's discuss whether Astro migration is right for your site.
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