Cloud+ and Essential+ Website FAQs

Owned by Chelsea Swenson
Last updated: May 15, 2024
3 min read

Q: What are some of the benefits of the new platform?

  • Access to the complete Google Font Library! No more choosing from 9 preset choices!

  • Less developer dependency for design changes, new layout creation, customizations and over all easier for the customer to manage their own site where they'd like. 

  • Modern technology and tools that better allow their site to grow and evolve as your business needs do

  • Drag + Drop Design, powered by Gutenberg Blocks: The new website platform will be equipped with pre-built and customized blocks to improve the overall speed and ease of creating a new page or updating an existing one. This seamless interface allows you to generate pages quicker without having to manage a 3rd-party page builder.
    o Including pre-built pages that make is easy to add content with just a few clicks.

  • Modern design and layout: Gone are the days of having only 9 font choices and a few page layouts. Now you will have several choices to tweak to make your website reflect the personality of your business in a sleek and modern design.

  • Performance Enhancements: The upgrade was primarily focused on achieving higher scores on PageSpeed Insights/Core Web Vitals for all items, as well as improving the overall website speed for increased conversion potential.

  • Website Security: Your upgraded website will be PCI compliant and provide secure check out for all guests.

  • No Cost to You: No cost to upgrade.

  • Smooth Transition: No downtime for your live site is anticipated. Keep an eye out for information on group webinar training and the option for one-on-one training as well.

 

Q: Does my site have to be migrated?

A: Yes, at this time, a migration to the new platform is required but we will work with you to ensure that your site is moved smoothly and although it will be more modern, it will still include all of your great content and hard work you’ve put into your site.

 

Q: Will my site look the same as before?

A: It will look similar, but have a more modern design. The new platform that has a core design for the site's content. It will also provide streamlined tools for easier implementation for our clients and our internal teams.  

 

Q: Do I need to do anything to prepare for migration?

A: If we do not have DNS access to your site, we will be reaching out to collect this from you prior to migration.

  • For GoDaddy, all we need is the email address associated with

  • For Network Solutions, we will reach out with further instructions

 

Q: What video file types are support on the new platform?

A: We will support the following video formats: Matterport, YouTube, and Vimeo videos. Additionally you could upload a MP4 or mov file type. 

 

Q: What property management software will the upgraded platform connect to?

A: Escapia, VRM, Streamline, Track, RNS, RealTimeRentals, IQWare

 

Q: When will my website be migrated to the new platform?

A: Essential clients will be starting migrations June or July 2024. We will reach out in the weeks prior to let you know when your site will be migrated. As part of the process, we’ll provide a development website for you to review and provide feedback to our team. To be clear, this is a site migration, not a brand new site. Content updates and requests will be handled post Go Live.

 

Q: Is there training on how to use the new platform?

A: Yes, we will be providing group training sessions, as well as 1:1 training by request.

 

Q: How do I log into my new website?

A: Instructions will be provided when your website development link is sent to you.

 

Q: Who can I reach out to answer questions about my site?

A: Your client success manager at success@bluetent.com

 

 

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