Classic To Elements
We do the heavy lifting for you!

RapidWeaver Classic has provided a solid home for many web projects for years. But with RapidWeaver Elements, a new chapter begins: faster loading times, modern layout technology and an easier workflow. For many users, however, the switch can feel overwhelming.

This is where our service comes in: We review your existing site, to understand your needs and create a modern design that works perfectly for you and your audience. Professionally, transparently and reliably.

Who's It For?

Perfect for RapidWeaver Classic users ready to modernize and make the switch

Classic Users

Still using RapidWeaver Classic? We'll create a modern design, then port it to Elements or PHP + CMS. We handle the entire process for you.

Small Businesses

Have an existing RapidWeaver Classic site? We'll modernize or create a new design, then port it to Elements or PHP + CMS, preserving your content while upgrading the technology.

Anyone Who Wants Help

Rather have your website taken care of than deal with technical details? We'll design it for you, then handle the porting process from start to finish, so you can focus on what matters.

How's It Work?

Simple steps: Design, then porting to Elements or PHP + CMS

If you need to manage your content remotely, we offer CMS-functionality based on PHP.

1

Design & Analysis

We review your project to understand your needs and create a modern design that works perfectly for you - and your audience.

2

Review & Approve Design

You'll receive the modernized new design for review. This is your chance to request any changes or adjustments. Once you're happy with the design, we proceed to porting.

3

Porting to Elements

Once you approve the design, we port it to RapidWeaver Elements. Layout, structure, and content are carefully recreated using modern technology.

4

Review & Test Ported Site

You'll receive a link to a test site of your ported website. Review everything and request any final adjustments. Once you're completely satisfied with the ported site, we proceed to payment.

5

Make Payment & Handover

Once you approve the ported site, make the payment through PayPal. You will receive your complete project file and we are here to answer additional questions.

6

Continue Adapting

Your website is now future-proof with better compatibility, modern responsive design, and easier editing. You can continue to adapt it to your needs using Elements or your new CMS.

Pricing & Details

Design service, then transparent porting pricing

Note: These are introduction prices. Prices will increase in 2026.

PORTING PRICING (After Design)

Home Page

€350

+

Each Additional Page

€50

Design Service:
We'll modernize or create a new design for your website.

Paid Porting Service:
Once you approve the design, we port it to Elements or PHP + CMS. Your content is preserved while upgrading to modern technology optimized for all devices.

Design: Modernize or create a new design for you

Preserve: Your content and images are maintained

Porting Options:
Choose Elements or PHP + CMS for your site

Note: These are introduction prices. Prices will increase in 2026. Everyone ordering until January 31st, 2026 will still get the current prices.

What You Get

Design Service

We will modernize or create a new design for you

Complete Porting

Your design will be ported to Elements or PHP + CMS

Modern Components

Modern Elements components or PHP/CMS implementation

Modern Layout Technology

CSS Grid and Flexbox for better performance

Easier Editing

Edit directly in Elements editor or your CMS backend

Complete Project File

Elements project file or PHP/CMS code ready to use

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know

Turnaround times are usually between two and four weeks per project, depending on the size and complexity of your Classic site. We'll provide you with a timeline after the initial analysis of your project.

RapidWeaver Elements offers faster loading times, modern layout technology, and an easier workflow. Switching secures the future of your website with better compatibility with current and future macOS updates, modern responsive design, and easier editing directly in the new editor. Your website will be future-proof. Plus, we'll create or modernize your design before porting!

Yes! We'll modernize or create a new design, preserving your content and images. Your existing text and images are maintained – they are simply brought up to date with a modern design. Once you approve the design, we port it to Elements or PHP + CMS, optimized for modern browsers and mobile devices.

When porting your design to Elements or PHP + CMS, we replace old stacks and themes with modern alternatives. We ensure the functionality and appearance of your approved design are maintained while using current Elements-compatible stacks and components or modern PHP/CMS implementation.

We'll need access to your RapidWeaver Classic project file or information about your current website. You can send it to us, and we'll create a modernized or new design. Once you approve it, we'll start with the porting to Elements or PHP + CMS. Everything is explained in plain language – without technical jargon.

Our pricing is simple: After the design service & once you approve the design, porting costs €350 for the home page, and €50 for each additional page. This includes complete porting to Elements or PHP + CMS, modern stack replacements, responsive design optimization, the complete project file, and a short introduction on how to use it. You'll receive everything you need to continue managing your site.

Ready to Make the Switch?

Do you have questions or want to know what the design and porting service would mean for your website? Get in touch for a no-obligation chat – the exact process will be explained in a clear, transparent way.