Architecture decision
Headless WordPress or a new CMS, based on needs.
WordPress to Next.js
Headless rebuilds with SEO protection.
ERPHUBs migrates WordPress sites to Next.js, keeping WordPress as a headless CMS or moving content elsewhere, with URL parity, metadata and redirects protected.
WordPress to Next.jsDesigned and delivered by ERPHUBs
Why It Matters
Why WordPress to Next.js Needs a Specialist Approach
Moving from WordPress to Next.js can bring large speed gains and design freedom. The risks are lost SEO and lost editor workflow. We keep WordPress as a headless CMS where useful, and protect every URL and tag.
ERPHUBs migrates WordPress sites to Next.js, keeping WordPress as a headless CMS or moving content elsewhere, with URL parity, metadata and redirects protected.
Discuss your project0key URLs left unmappedEvery old URL redirected or retired deliberately
Minutestypical DNS cut-over impactLower TTL and rehearsed switch
100%content checkedPages, media and forms verified
90 dayspost-launch monitoringRankings and errors tracked
What You Get
What Is Included in WordPress to Next.js
Each deliverable is scoped, reviewed with you and handed over with documentation.
Content and plugin audit
Features to rebuild, replace or drop.
Next.js front end
Fast templates with the same URLs.
Preview and publishing flow
Editors keep a familiar workflow.
Metadata and schema transfer
Titles, descriptions and structured data carried over.
Redirects and monitoring
Crawl comparison before and after launch.
Bottlenecks and Fixes
Where WordPress to Next.js Projects Get Stuck, and How We Design Around It
Slow WordPress
The bottleneck. Plugins and themes limit performance.
How we design it. Static and server-rendered pages with edge caching.
Target result: 0 key URLs left unmapped
Migration SEO risk
The bottleneck. New stack changes metadata and links.
How we design it. Metadata, schema and redirect audit.
Target result: Minutes typical DNS cut-over impact
Editor disruption
The bottleneck. Editors fear losing their tools.
How we design it. Keep WordPress admin with live preview.
Target result: 100% content checked
By Industry
WordPress to Next.js: Bottlenecks We Solve, Industry by Industry
Every sector hits different walls. Here is what we see and how we design around it.
Media
Bottleneck: Heavy traffic and ads.
Our design: Incremental static regeneration and CDN.
SaaS
Bottleneck: Marketing site needs app-like speed.
Our design: Shared components with product UI.
E-commerce
Bottleneck: Catalogue speed matters.
Our design: Headless storefront with cached pages.
Enterprise
Bottleneck: Many editors and brands.
Our design: Roles, workflows and multi-site setup.
Migration Risk Control
Migration Risks and How We Remove Them
Migrations fail in predictable ways. We plan for each one before the first record moves.
Lost rankings
The risk. Old URLs return errors or lose signals.
Our safeguard. One-to-one 301 map, canonical review and Search Console monitoring.
Broken forms and tracking
The risk. Leads and analytics stop working silently.
Our safeguard. Form tests, tag audit and conversion checks on staging.
Email outage
The risk. Mail stops after DNS changes.
Our safeguard. MX, SPF, DKIM and DMARC verified before and after the switch.
Content and media gaps
The risk. Images, PDFs or posts fail to transfer.
Our safeguard. Scripted migration with link and media checkers.
Downtime and SSL errors
The risk. Certificates or DNS delays show warnings.
Our safeguard. Pre-issued certificates, low TTL and off-peak switch.
Design drift
The risk. The new site differs from the approved design.
Our safeguard. Pixel review against the design system on all breakpoints.
Sign-off Checklist
How We Prove the WordPress to Next.js Worked
Nothing goes live on trust. Each item below is checked, recorded and signed off with you before cut-over.
- Every old URL returns 301 to the correct new page or a deliberate 410
- No redirect chains or loops in the crawl report
- Titles, descriptions, headings and schema match the baseline
- Forms, checkout and tracking fire correctly
- Core Web Vitals meet targets on key templates
- Sitemaps and robots files updated and submitted
How We Deliver
A Five-Step Delivery Path
- 1AuditCrawl every URL, asset and integration.
- 2MapRedirect, metadata and content mapping.
- 3MigrateStaged transfer on a staging site.
- 4VerifyLink, form, mail and speed tests.
- 5Cut overDNS switch and 30-day monitoring.
Typical stackNext.jsWPGraphQLVercelRedirectsSchema
Standards We Build To
Quality, Security and Compliance in WordPress to Next.js
Crawl-based planning
Full URL inventory before any change.
Redirect testing
Chains, loops and 404s found on staging.
Email and DNS safety
MX, SPF, DKIM and DMARC verified.
Rollback plan
Old site kept ready until the new one is proven.
Planning
What Affects Timeline and Cost in WordPress to Next.js
From 2 to 10 days for hosting moves to 3 to 8 weeks for platform changes.
Number of URLs
Large sites need pattern-based redirect rules.
Platform differences
Features that do not exist on the target must be rebuilt.
Traffic sensitivity
Busy stores need off-peak cut-overs.
Integrations
Forms, payments and mail connections to re-test.
Engagement Models
Ways to Work With ERPHUBs
Fixed-scope project
A clear scope, timeline and price for well-defined work.
Dedicated team
A named squad that works as part of your team month to month.
Support retainer
Ongoing fixes, updates and monitoring after launch.
Use Cases
Where WordPress to Next.js Delivers the Most Value
Typical situations where clients bring us in, and what we design for each.
Performance gains
Pre-rendered pages and edge caching for much faster loads.
Keep WordPress as CMS
Editors keep their familiar admin while the front end is rebuilt.
Plugin replacement
Replace plugin features with code or services deliberately.
SEO parity
Metadata, schema, sitemaps and redirects verified before launch.
Tools and Technology
How We Build WordPress to Next.js
Crawling and mapping
Full crawls of old and new sites to build exact URL maps.
Content transfer
Scripted import for pages, posts, products, media and metadata.
DNS and hosting
Staged DNS changes, SSL and email records handled safely.
Monitoring
Search Console, uptime and log checks after launch.
Success Metrics
How We Measure WordPress to Next.js Results
We agree measurable targets up front and report against them.
Traffic retention
Organic sessions compared week by week against baseline.
Redirect coverage
Share of old URLs mapped with 301s and zero loops.
Crawl errors
404s and server errors tracked to zero after launch.
Uptime during move
Planned downtime kept to minutes, with email unaffected.
Before You Decide
Questions to Settle Before Starting WordPress to Next.js
Will our traffic drop?
A tested redirect map and audits are designed to keep rankings.
What about email and DNS?
Records are preserved and changed in a safe order.
How do you test before go-live?
Staging crawl, redirect tests and content comparison.
What is the rollback plan?
A documented path back to the old site stays ready until you sign off.
After Launch
Support, Maintenance and Handover
Monitoring and fixes
Uptime, errors and performance watched, with fixes under agreed response times.
Updates and security
Dependencies, platforms and security patches kept current.
Enhancements
A monthly pool of hours for improvements, prioritised with you.
Training and handover
Documentation, recordings and sessions so your team stays independent.
Works With Zoho
Connected to the Zoho Apps You Already Use
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FAQ
WordPress to Next.js, Answered
Do I lose WordPress plugins?
Some plugin features must be rebuilt; we plan replacements.
Is Next.js faster?
Often, with good caching, but results depend on implementation.
Can we migrate gradually?
Yes, section by section.
How much does WordPress to Next.js cost?
Cost depends on scope, integrations, compliance needs and the number of users or pages. After a short discovery we give a fixed or phased quote with clear milestones, so you can compare it with other options.
How long does WordPress to Next.js take?
From 2 to 10 days for hosting moves to 3 to 8 weeks for platform changes.
What support do you provide after WordPress to Next.js goes live?
We offer support retainers covering fixes, updates, monitoring and enhancements, plus a handover with documentation and training so your team is never locked in.
Start the conversation
Tell us about your WordPress to Next.js project
Share your goal and constraints. A senior consultant replies with questions, options and a scoped quote.
Africa
WordPress to Next.js: what Africa teams should plan for
Moving to Zoho from another system in Africa means mapping tax codes, currency and opening balances correctly the first time, then switching over between filing deadlines.
Cutover timed to your calendar
We avoid the busy filing windows: South Africa: month after period end: VAT201 via SARS eFiling; Kenya: 20th of the following month: VAT return on KRA iTax.
VAT (country-specific) code mapping
Existing tax codes are matched to VAT (country-specific) (ZA 15%, NG 7.5%, KE 16%, EG 14% standard) in the Zoho Books (South Africa and Kenya editions where available).
Where your data lives
Your Zoho account is created on the Nearest data centre (EU/US/IN) per customer need (zoho.com).
Moves we see most here
Typical sources in Africa: Sage / Pastel, QuickBooks, Tally, Excel.
Yes. The Africa team configures it with the Zoho Books (South Africa and Kenya editions where available), USD and VAT (country-specific), and supports it Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00 CAT.
Zoho accounts for Africa use the Nearest data centre (EU/US/IN) per customer need (zoho.com). We confirm the data centre with you before any migration or integration starts.