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Introduction
16 years after the first version Joomla! 4 was released on 17th August 2021.
What new features comes with Joomla! 4?
- Bootstrap 5 in core
- Workflow for publishing content
- New backend based on Bootstrap 4
- Use of more Joomla! framework packages
- Revised event management system
- Introduction of a service container for global dependency management
- Removal of jQuery from the core
- Framework for agnostic web components
- Faster page load times
This portal brings together information and further links related specifically to Joomla! 4.
The relevant sections contain general information as well as targeted information for users, administrators and developers can be accessed from here.
General
This section contains general information to help you learn more about Joomla 4 and what you need to know to get up and running with a Joomla 4. It provides resources for people considering using Joomla and resources to help existing Joomla Administrators or Developers to migrate from Joomla! 3.
What is Joomla! 4?
Joomla 4 is an Open Source, robust, secure and easy to use Content Management System (CMS) that enables website creators to produce powerful websites.
Maintaining content, the system and users is made easy by the use of software features that benefits from the skills and experience of a strong community of volunteers that have been maintaining and improving Joomla versions since 2005.
Key features of Joomla 4 are:
Security First: With a focus on security built in, Joomla 4 helps you protect your data, brand and your visitors.
Flexible: Joomla's Layout and Overrides System and built in Extendable Functions make it easy to create customised solutions for your website. There are over 6,500 verified extensions and high quality templates available, many for free.
Open Source: Open Source, open to scrutiny. More scrutiny drives better code quality. Developers can find and fix bugs fast.
SEO Optimised: Search Engine Optimization is built in allowing you to control your SEO your way.
Multilingual Content: With Joomla 4 you have a CMS that is multilingual out of the box. Allow for language specific pages so that they meet the cultural differences your clients need.
Room to Grow: Growing is essential for any business and using Joomla 4 you have all the room you need to scale up when necessary.
More about Joomla! 4 Benefits and Features
Where can I get Joomla! 4?
You can download Joomla 4 from our download portal: https://downloads.joomla.org.
How can I install Joomla! 4?
Read: Installing Joomla. to learn how Joomla can be installed.
How can I migrate from Joomla!3.x to Joomla! 4x?
If you are running a J3.x website, the first step is to upgrade your site to Joomla! 3.10x which is a "bridge" between version 3 and 4. The Joomla 3.10x version has an integrated migration check up for Joomla! 4 in its Update Component. The check up advises on the readiness of your server environment, extensions and templates. This allows you to make the necessary adjustments or changes before carrying out the migration.
Read: Joomla_3.x_to_4.x_Step_by_Step_Migration
Administration
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What changes comes with Joomla 4?
Joomla 4 comes by default with Bootstrap 5 and plain JavaScript scripts. Joomla 4 includes jQuery for backwards compatibility and BS5 compatibility. jQuery is not used at Joomla 4 core level.
How can I upgrade my Joomla! 3.x website to Joomla 4?
First, you have to update your website to 3.10. Joomla 3.10 comes with a Pre-Update_Check component. This component checks your PHP and database setup and shows, if your extensions are ready for Joomla! 4.
What are the official reference extensions for Joomla 4?
Where can I find Joomla 4 compatible extensions?
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Developers
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Template development
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