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# Upgrading

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## Upgrading from v2.x

## Upgrading from v1.x or lower

Always upgrade to 1.0.4 first

Recommend backups, if possible local environment. 

For the local upgrade:

* Make sure you always hold a backup with the original database and all the files.
* Then on your local installation, uninstall and delete everything that is unused (plugins/themes), get rid of old content. The less risk of any conflicts.
* Then overwrite with the v1 to v2 upgrade files (in the ZIP that you downloaded with the link above).
* Go directly into the admin area (navigate to /e107\_admin/admin.php) and follow the instructions. You should get messages about database updates. Make sure those are completed first before using your website further.