How to Install your Kadence Child Theme & Import Demo Content
⚠️ Before you begin:
- Update your site to the latest version of WordPress before installing your theme, as well as update any plugins installed on your site. I recommend making a backup of your website before doing so.
- If you have the "Classic Editor" plugin installed please deactivate it prior to installing your theme. Kadence does not support the Classic Editor.
- If you're switching from Genesis or any other theme other than Kadence, check out this quick guide
- For established sites: Running the importer will import the demo blog posts, so make sure to pause any RSS-to-email feeds if you have this setup BEFORE installing your new theme. Once the theme is installed, you can delete the demo posts and restart your RSS feed again.
How to Install Your Theme & Import Demo Content:
Update 03/29/25: The starter templates area has moved. You can now find it in the top left corner of your WordPress dashboard. Click on Starter Templates, and then choose Hearten Made from the dropdown on the right-hand side.
Import issues: If you receive an error during the import process, the demo doesn't import after 10 minutes, or if the import did not complete all the way (missing pages etc), please read this troubleshooting guide.