Staging lets you inspect mappings, warnings and acquired media before records become live website data.
Updated September 27, 2026
Look for missing required fields, unexpected categories, duplicate records, malformed URLs and media that could not be acquired. Fix the mapping or source problem before committing a large batch.
A fast import that puts wrong data live is slower to repair than a careful staged import.
Freehold CMS needs compatible PHP hosting, MySQL or MariaDB, HTTPS, required PHP extensions, protected private storage and normal backup and email access.
Prepare the host, keep private files outside public web access, follow the guided installer and verify readiness before opening the site to visitors.
Back up both the database and the complete site tree, including protected private storage, before a Core, module or theme update.
Plan the move by content type, test imports before publishing and keep the old site available until the new records and URLs have been checked.
