Export Calendar

  • msntayler

    (@msntayler)


    4 years, 7 months ago

    I am in the process of updating to Version 3 WP site.
    MOST of my original content can transfer EXCEPT 3rd party plugin-ins (working with GoDaddy)

    Is there a way to copy, back-up, transfer, export my original calendar to the new website platform?

    They are using Beaver Builder.

    The page I need help with: [log in to see the link]

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  • timrv

    (@timrv)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    Hello,

    Are you perhaps referring on the Events? The Events that shows on Calendar are pulled from your Events. If you’re referring to the Events, Currently EM doesn’t have an option to Export Events.

    The best way to Export and transfer events is to move the Database it self. This is because EM does have it’s own unique tables on databases that bookings and other event data are stored.

    Thread Starter msntayler

    (@msntayler)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    Hello: I am referring to the entire history of events stored within this plug-in to the new site

    Robswaimea

    (@robswaimea)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    as Timrv said..

    the Events are stored in the database… and the “calendar” events are pulled from there.

    I don’t use GoDaddy…
    But “most” good hosting companies can “migrate” your whole website over without much difficulty… which also means the database.

    If they can not do that I would sincerely look at another company.. particularly if they say you can’t use plugin’s like Events Manager.

    Looks like you have two issues here…
    The hosting company… GoDaddy.
    And Beaver Builder.

    I think the issue is with the plugin Beaver Builder.. as referring to not being able to use “third party” plugins.
    I have no experience with Beaver Builder.. but it looks like one of the many “plugins” that facilitates constructing the look and feel of your website.

    A quick search on google it says that Beaver Builder supports other plugins and themes.
    I would suggest you figure out the extent of that situation.
    https://www.wpbeaverbuilder.com/frequently-asked-questions/
    Changing hosting companies is often a difficult decision..
    and people will say good and bad things about their particular experience.

    I have had (I am not sure If I may mention the name which follows)..
    Hostgator for many years now.. and for about $12 have tons of “bells and whistles” and options to do just about every thing a person would need.
    They can migrate your whole website over in pretty much one step.

    Good luck on your move.

    • This reply was modified 4 years, 7 months ago by Robswaimea.
    Stonehenge Creations

    (@duisterdenhaag)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    Like @timrv said, EM does not have an import/export for events. This has been asked many, many times already on this forum. The process is incredibly difficult.

    EM does not save all events data to one post type. Nor is all data is stored as post_meta. Data is pulled from several database tables. Row values are linked together with corresponding post ID’s, even_id’s and/or location_id’s.

    Example:
    In wp_posts “event_id” is the Entry ID (not post ID) for that event in wp_em_events. In wp_em_events the “post_id” should correspond with the “ID” in wp_posts and wp_postmeta. Those values are usually very different.
    That also goes for Locations, bookings, categories, etc.

    Using any kind of importer will create new, incrementing post ID’s, disregarding any old post ID values. WordPress was build to always auto-increment. That way it will lose all connections to the old post ID and the references in all the other tables.

    The only way to get the data correct and working to a different database, is by cloning the complete database.

    Thread Starter msntayler

    (@msntayler)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    I appreciate everyone’s input. The situation is that the theme I am currently using (Gen Charity 1/Genesis) is not longer compatible with Ninja Forms.

    I use GoDaddy for the built & hosting. They suggested I needed to upgrade to Version 3 and will migrate MOST of the original site however, their policy is they do not deal with 3rd party plugins, which is my concern for the Events Manager. Naturally, I would like to keep the flow/data of all past and upcoming events loaded if it at all possible.

    timrv

    (@timrv)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    Hello,

    If you’re going to pay for Godaddy to migrate or upgrade your date to a newer version. It might be easier to just hire a developer and do the upgrades for you. Otherwise if it’s free for Godaddy, You might need to ask them about Events Manager.

    If you’re also just changing a theme, This doesn’t mean that you need to migrate all the Data. You could just upload the new theme and Activate and set-up or fix the design of the new theme. The Events or other Pages shouldn’t be deleted.

    I would always advice that if you’re doing any changes that you’re not familiar, Please always make a site backup.

    Robswaimea

    (@robswaimea)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    as Tim mentioned… backing up… you should be doing that on a regular basis.
    And definitely when making any major change.

    I am a little confused by

    upgrade to Version 3

    I am still unclear if you are migrating over to Godaddy from another host..
    or just (trying) upgrading your theme.

    If… Godaddy is telling you/suggesting that you upgrade your “Theme” to version 3,
    which it sounds like from your statement “I am currently using (Gen Charity 1/Genesis) is not longer compatible with Ninja Forms.”
    If the “theme” you are using is provided by Godaddy…
    Yes they are supporting that “theme” for you as they are providing it…
    and the statement “they do support third party plugins..”
    is making more sense to me.

    I doubt there are any hosting companies out there that support themes and plugins they don’t provide.

    • This reply was modified 4 years, 7 months ago by Robswaimea.
    • This reply was modified 4 years, 7 months ago by Robswaimea.
    Stonehenge Creations

    (@duisterdenhaag)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    I so agree with @timrv 😀

    If your theme and contact form plugin are no longer compatible, you do not need a different hosting package. Also, I have never (yet) encountered that upgrading your hosting package with the same provider would require a new database.

    A new theme could mean a refresh (face-lift) for your company, but can be quite a lot of work. You could also simply try one of the many other contact form plugins out there to test their compatibility with your current theme.

    Thread Starter msntayler

    (@msntayler)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    Perhaps, I am misspeaking. Here is the write up I received. They are migrating MOST everything but, the plug-ins I installed on the original site as they (GoDaddy) do not support certain ones.

    Upgrade Quantity: 1

    Task Notation: Upgrade site to a v3. Keep colors and look the same

    -Home page- keep it the same with the links
    -About- Keep it the same. The “Click Here” links to the services page
    -services- Keep it the same with the links
    -Contact- Keep it the same. For the form- have it send to admin@msntayler.com and set the subject to “MSN Tayler Contact Request.
    -Our clients- Keep it the same. Each image has a link. Images are in I-Drive
    -Events- Keep the same dates. design to builder’s discretion
    -Photo Gallery- Images are in IDRIVE
    -Apply to Work- Keep the same. Have the form send to talent@msntayler.com and have the subject line set to “MSN Tayler Application Submission” Have the submission message say “You have successfully submitted your Talent Application. Our team will be reviewing it and will be in touch should we wish to schedule an interview.

    Thank you,

    MSNTayler Mgmt.”
    -Get tips- Keep the same. Don’t forget the link on the image
    -Client Login- Have the menu option say “Clients” with no link and then have the drop down option say “Booking Form”
    -Booking form- Keep the same. The fields “Client” and “Account Name” have a lot of options. Don’t forget them. have the form send to melissa@msntayler.com and have the subject be “Client Booking Form Submission” Have the submission message say “You have submitted your event request and it will be processed shortly. Should we have any questions we will reach out.
    Thank you,
    MSNTayler Mgmt.”
    -Employee Login- Have the menu option say “Employees” with no link. Keep the drop down options the same
    -Log In- Keep same except for the “Register” part. Put that on this page (below the login) with the same options that are on the “Register” page. (username, Email Address, Password and confirm password) Below the text “Register” add text that says “DO NOT REGISTER IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY AN EMPLOYEE. CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE OUR APPLICATION AND APPLY” Have the “APPLY HERE” link to the “Apply to Work” page. Also add the text saying “After being approved for a login, you will receive your login information” or what ever typically comes with it. Make sure the users are set up where the admin has to approve the user before the profile gets created. CU will be bringing the existing users over herself
    -Calendar- Set up the page but don’t put out calendar plug in since CU will have to continue using her calendar. Make it private
    -Event Search- create the page, CU will set it up. Make it private
    -Groups- Please create a blog post for each “group” (Wisconsin Market, Illinois Market, Michigan Market, Ohio Market, Pennsylvania Market, Iowa Market, Indiana Market) Make them Private posts so only logged in users can get access. Add a description for each of the posts that say “Discussion page dedicated to staff residing within {insert state name depending on blog- Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Iowa, Indiana}. Use this forum to request days off, meet-ups, etc.”
    -Training Library- Make the page private. The power point slides will be put in as images in the “PowerPack Image Carousel” module. Set the “Slides Per Veiw” option to 1 and don’t have it on auto-play. Put on arrows and Pagination dots. There will be four modules on the page. Put titles above the modules. The titles are
    On Premise Sampling Procedures

    Off Premise Sampling procedures

    Off Premise Sampling procedures – OHIO

    How to Submit a Recap

    The images for the modules are in IDRIVE
    -Bookings- Create the page, CU will set it up. Make page private
    -Submit Event Recap- Keep the menu option the same with the sub options (Off Premise & On Premise) but don’t add a link for the menu option
    -Off Premise- Keep it the same. Set this page to private. Account name field & the Variety fields have a lot of options. Dont forget them. Have the form send to admin@msntayler.com and set the subject to “Off Premise Recap Submission” Set the submission message to “Your recap submission has been submitted. Should we have any questions we will reach out.”
    -On premise- Keep it the same. Set this page to private. Account name field & the Variety fields have a lot of options. Dont forget them. Have the form send to admin@msntayler.com and set the subject to “On Premise Recap Submission” Set the submission message to “Your recap submission has been submitted. Should we have any questions we will reach out.”

    If the list above isn’t correct, please respond to this email immediately with the adjustments. If we don’t hear from you, these updates are expected to be complete by end of day on 9/20/19.

    Sit back and relax while our designers work on your site. We’ll send you an email letting you know once the updates are complete.

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