Beaver Builder PHP Upgrade
Why upgrade now
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Security: PHP 7.4 is end-of-life—no security patches.
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Speed: PHP 8.x delivers noticeable performance gains for both visitors and the Beaver Builder editor.
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Compatibility: Current Beaver Builder & add-ons expect PHP 8.x. Staying current avoids surprise breakages.
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Future-proofing: Keep pace with WordPress core and plugin updates.
Our 6-step, no-drama process
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Snapshot & inventory – Full backup; record active plugins/themes and server details.
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Staging clone – We create/refresh staging and switch it to PHP 8.x.
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Updates & fix pass – Update WP core, Beaver Builder, add-ons; resolve obvious PHP 8 notices/deprecations.
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Editor & front-end QA – Test Beaver Builder editing, modules, forms, and critical flows.
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Scheduled cutover – Low-traffic window, brief maintenance page, real-time smoke tests.
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Post-launch watch – 7-day log and uptime review with quick fixes included.
Typical effort: ~5–6 hours (simple brochure sites ~3–4h; ecommerce/membership/LMS 6–10h).
Packages & pricing
Essentials — $349 / site (up to 6 hours)
For most brochure and marketing sites.
Includes the full 6-step process, staging, updates, QA, scheduled cutover, and 7-day watch.
Pro — $599 / site (up to 10 hours)
For WooCommerce, memberships, LMS, or custom code.
Adds deeper scenario QA (checkout, subscriptions, account area), extended launch-day hotfix window, and prioritized log review.
Extra time (if needed) billed at your standard rate with pre-approval. Agency/multi-site pricing available.
What can add scope
WooCommerce/Subscriptions, LearnDash/Lifter, heavy custom snippets, abandoned plugins, complex caching, or multi-language setups.
Pre-flight checklist
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WordPress admin user (temporary is fine)
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Hosting access for staging (or approval to create it)
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Preferred maintenance window (we’ll suggest one if you don’t have one)
Timeline
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Essentials: 1–2 business days from kickoff to cutover
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Pro: 3–5 business days including expanded QA