Navigate Umbraco 8’s End-of-Life with Clerkswell

Navigate Umbraco 8’s End-of-Life with Clerkswell

As Umbraco 8 approaches its official end-of-life (EOL) on February 24, 2025, we understand this transition may bring challenges and concerns for your ongoing projects and business operations. To support you through this period, we are excited to announce the availability of Extended Long-Term Support (XLTS) for Umbraco 8.

As an Umbraco Gold Partner, Clerkswell is uniquely positioned to provide top-tier support and expertise, ensuring your transition is seamless and successful.

What is XLTS?

Extended Long-Term Support (XLTS) offers continued security patches and compliance assistance for Umbraco 8, even after its EOL. This program ensures your site(s) remain secure, compliant, and fully operational while you plan your next steps, whether that’s upgrading to a newer version of Umbraco or rebuilding.

Why Consider XLTS?

• Continued Security Updates: Receive critical security patches to protect your sites from vulnerabilities.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure your digital platform complies with industry standards, avoiding potential legal and security risks.
• Extended Planning Time: Gain additional time to strategise and implement your upgrade or rebuild without rushing important decisions.

Instead of XLTS, there are reasons to consider an upgrade now:

1. Enhanced Security: Each new version includes the latest security updates and patches, protecting your site from vulnerabilities

2. Improved Performance: Upgrades often come with performance optimisations, making your site faster and more efficient.

3. New Features: Access the latest features and improvements, which can enhance functionality and user experience.

4. Better User Experience: The latest versions are designed with user experience in mind, providing a more intuitive and streamlined interface for content editors.

5. Compliance: Staying up-to-date helps ensure your site meets current industry standards and regulations, reducing legal and security risks.

6. Support and Community: Newer versions are actively supported by the Umbraco community and receive regular updates, ensuring you have access to help and resources when needed.

Benefits of Upgrading with Clerkswell

• Expert Guidance: Our team of experienced professionals will guide you through every step of the upgrade process, ensuring a smooth transition.
• Customised Solutions: We tailor our upgrade solutions to meet your specific business needs and goals.
• Enhanced Features: We provide access to the latest features and improvements, enhancing your site’s functionality and user experience.
• Ongoing Support: Post-upgrade, we offer continuous support to ensure your site remains optimised and secure.

Choosing to work with Clerkswell means partnering with an award-winning Umbraco Gold Partner renowned for its excellence and innovation in digital solutions. 

With a world-famous MVP like Paul Seal on the team, you gain access to unparalleled expertise and industry-leading insights. Paul’s contributions to the Umbraco community are well-recognised, ensuring that your projects benefit from cutting-edge practices and a deep understanding of the platform.

Clerkswell’s commitment to quality and client satisfaction, combined with the exceptional talent of their team, makes us an ideal choice for any organisation looking to elevate their digital presence.