WordPress to Next.js Migration
Transform your WordPress site into a modern, fast, and maintainable Next.js application. Preserve all features while gaining version control, enhanced performance, and future-ready capabilities.
Based on my experience migrating carmelosantana.com and 15+ years of WordPress development
Read the complete migration case studyWhat's Included in Your Migration
Export and convert all your WordPress content, posts, pages, and media to markdown with proper frontmatter
Maintain all existing permalinks and implement comprehensive redirects to preserve SEO value
Transform database-dependent content into git-tracked markdown files for better collaboration and backup
Achieve 100/100 PageSpeed scores with static generation and modern optimization techniques
Replace FTP uploads with git-based deployments and automatic builds on every change
Eliminate WordPress security concerns with static generation and serverless architecture
Before vs After Migration
| Aspect | WordPress (Before) | Next.js (After) |
|---|---|---|
| Page Load Speed | 3-5 seconds | 0.8 seconds |
| Core Web Vitals | Poor scores | 100/100 PageSpeed |
| Content Management | Database-dependent | Version-controlled files |
| Deployment | FTP uploads | Git push automation |
| Security Updates | Regular plugin updates | No maintenance required |
| Hosting Costs | $20+/month | Free (Vercel/Netlify) |
Everything You Value, Preserved & Enhanced
- All blog posts and pages with proper formatting
- Custom post types converted to dynamic routes
- Media library with optimized images and proper paths
- Categories and tags preserved as metadata
- Comment history maintained as static content
- RSS feed functionality recreated
- Complete permalink structure preservation
- Meta descriptions and title tags migrated
- Comprehensive 301 redirects for legacy URLs
- Sitemap generation with proper structure
- Core Web Vitals optimization (LCP, FID, CLS)
- Mobile-first responsive design
- LLMs.txt implementation for AI discovery
- Automated build hooks and optimizations
- TypeScript and modern development tools
- Automatic image optimization
- Wayback Machine integration
- Enhanced structured data support
Migration Process
Comprehensive analysis and export of all WordPress content, media, and configurations
Create modern Next.js architecture with shadcn/ui components and TypeScript configuration
Convert WordPress content to markdown, optimize images, and implement proper routing
Recreate all WordPress functionality including RSS feeds, redirects, and SEO optimization
Implement modern performance optimizations and enhanced SEO capabilities
Comprehensive testing, deployment setup, and knowledge transfer for ongoing maintenance
Why Next.js Over WordPress?
Static generation delivers lightning-fast page loads and perfect Core Web Vitals scores. No database queries or server processing delays.
- 0.8s average page load vs 3-5s WordPress
- 100/100 PageSpeed Insights scores
- Global CDN distribution
Version-controlled content, modern tooling, and automated deployments. No more plugin conflicts or security updates.
- Git-based workflow with full history
- TypeScript and modern frameworks
- Automated builds and deployments
Ready to Modernize Your WordPress Site?
Join the growing number of businesses moving from WordPress to Next.js for better performance, security, and developer experience. Let's discuss your migration needs.
Read about my own migration experience in the complete WordPress to Next.js case study