A seamless, customizable migration solution for moving your Kentico data with perfect fidelity and minimal disruption.
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CMS_Tree, CMS_Document, and coupled data tables) within a hierarchical page-tree structure, while Strapi uses flat, schema-defined Collection Types backed by a single database table per content type. Page Builder widget configurations serialized as JSON blobs in Kentico's DocumentPageBuilderWidgets column must be parsed, mapped, and reconstructed as Strapi Dynamic Zone component entries. Every migration requires custom SQL extraction, manual schema design, transformation scripting, and API-driven or direct-database import into Strapi. These are the architectural mismatches and technical hurdles specific to a Kentico to Strapi migration.
Kentico's hierarchical CMS_Tree-based routing must be fully flattened into individual Strapi Collection Type entries, with NodeAliasPath values mapped to custom slug or URL path fields to preserve legacy URL resolution in the decoupled frontend.
Widget configurations stored as deeply nested JSON blobs in DocumentPageBuilderWidgets must be parsed through a multi-level structure (editableAreas → sections → zones → widgets → variants → properties) and reconstructed as typed Strapi Dynamic Zone component entries.
Each Kentico page type requires a custom SQL extraction query joining CMS_Tree, CMS_Document, and its unique coupled data table via DocumentForeignKeyValue, meaning transformation logic must be written and validated per page type.
Kentico rich text fields contain internal link macros and /getmedia/ URL patterns referencing assets by GUID that must be resolved and rewritten to point to Strapi's Upload plugin asset URLs before import.
Kentico stores language variants as separate CMS_Document rows sharing a single CMS_Tree node, while Strapi's built-in i18n stores locale variants as sub-documents of a single entry, requiring grouping and re-association during transformation.
Kentico media assets may exist across three distinct storage locations — the filesystem, Azure Blob Storage, or the CMS_Attachment binary table — each requiring a different extraction strategy before files can be uploaded to Strapi's Upload plugin.
Our migration engineer precisely maps every data point from Kentico to Strapi, ensuring perfect continuity for your customer support operations.
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Contact our teamMigration between platforms is full of edge cases. Our engineers have identified every risk from Kentico to Strapi and built proven solutions for each one.
DocumentPageBuilderWidgets with no schema guarantee, requiring custom parsing logic and a hand-crafted mapping to Strapi Dynamic Zone component structures for every widget type in use.CMS_Attachment table, each requiring a different retrieval method, and all must be re-uploaded to Strapi's Upload plugin before rich text references can be rewritten.NodeAliasPath, while Strapi has no routing concept; slugs must be explicitly extracted and stored as fields, and frontend routing logic must be rebuilt to reconstruct equivalent URL resolution./getmedia/ GUID-based image URLs embedded in rich text fields will break after migration unless a rewrite pass resolves each reference against migrated Strapi asset URLs prior to import.CMS_Document rows must be grouped by their shared NodeID and re-associated as Strapi i18n locale variants on a single entry, requiring careful ordering during import to avoid orphaned locale records.CMS_Document alongside publish dates, but Strapi's draft-and-publish system uses a binary draft/published state, requiring a mapping decision for any Kentico content in intermediate workflow steps.CMS_Category have a well-structured tree with clear parent-child relationships that can be extracted via SQL and modeled in Strapi as a self-referencing Collection Type with manageable transformation complexity.CMS_VersionHistory are typically not migrated and can be excluded from scope, but teams requiring audit trails must account for significant additional extraction and storage complexity.
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“Overall a great experience. We had to go back a few times to get everything just right, which was totally expected. The transition was smooth, and there was no data loss.”
Tailor your migration from Kentico to Strapi exactly to your needs with our flexible customization options. Our experts will configure the perfect migration plan for your business.
Migration Filters
Publication Status
Filter by published, draft, scheduled, or archived content
Section/Category
Select specific sections, categories, or collections to migrate
Language & Locale
Migrate specific language versions or localized content only
Time Range
Migrate content created or updated within a specific period
Data Types
Posts & Pages
Articles, pages, and custom post types with full body and metadata
Media & Attachments
Images, videos, PDFs, and downloadable assets with references
Taxonomies & Menus
Categories, tags, custom taxonomies, and navigation menus
Templates & Redirects
Page templates, custom fields, and URL redirect rules
A dedicated engineer runs your migration, planned around your schedule and your data.
No babysitting a wizard. Avoid debugging errors yourself.
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Contact our teamSpeed
The migration timeline depends on both our turnaround time and yours.
We can complete a migration in under a day when the accounts are connected and the sample migration is approved promptly.
Background Sync
We also support migrating the newest records first, so you can go live faster while the rest of the data is synced in the background.
Data Volume Impact
Larger data volumes may require longer migration windows.
Continuous Operation
Weekend migrations minimize disruption to your customer service operations.
See how long your migration will take from start to finish. Drag the slider to estimate based on your data volume.
Estimated total
~9 business days
Migration Checklist
1 day · ClonePartner ~2 days · Your teamWe prepare the optimal data mapping as a shareable spreadsheet. Your team reviews, approves, and adds any customizations.
Sample Migration
1 day · ClonePartnerWe run a test migration with a representative sample of your data to verify mapping accuracy and identify any potential issues before the full run.
Review & Approve
~2 days · Your teamYour team reviews the sample migration results, confirms data accuracy and mapping, and gives the go-ahead for the full migration.
Full Migration
2 days · ClonePartnerWe execute the complete migration of all your data to your new Strapi, with real-time progress tracking and comprehensive logging.
Delta Migration
1 day · ClonePartnerWe capture and transfer any new data that was added or updated during the main migration to ensure no data is lost. This final sync keeps everything current.
Related Guides
Complete Technical Guide
Kentico to Strapi Migration: A Technical Guide
Kentico stores content across 3+ SQL tables per page type; Strapi uses flat schema.json files with auto-generated APIs. SQL extraction beats Kentico's limited REST API. Import media first, content second, then publish.
Export Guide
How to Export Data from Kentico: Extraction Methods, API Limits & Portability
Kentico data extraction requires combining methods: direct SQL for content, filesystem copy for media, REST or CI for config. The REST API can't paginate pages, and the Site Export ZIP is Kentico-native only.
Choosing the right approach is key because migrating from Kentico to Strapi isn't just about moving data – it's about protecting your content, SEO, and reader experience.
| Feature / Criteria | ClonePartner | Automated Tools | CSV Import | In-house migration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custom Scripting for complex data | ✓ Engineers build & maintain | ✗ No | ⚠ Manual | ✓ Yes – but costly |
| Sandbox & Pilot Migrations | ✓ Full sandbox + pilot plans | ⚠ Limited | ✗ No | ⚠ Often Informal |
| Manual validation & reconciliation | ✓ Automated + manual QA | ✗ No | ✓ Yes (Manual) | ✓ Heavy manual effort |
| Backup & rollback plan | ✓ Robust procedures | ✗ No | ✗ No | ⚠ Often incomplete |
| Handles automation and integrations | ✓ Full support | ⚠ Partial | ✗ No | ⚠ Possible but fragmented |
| Post-migration engineer support | ✓ Dedicated engineers | ✗ No | ✗ No | ⚠ Limited support |
| Adaptable to API changes | ✓ Proactive adaptation | ✗ No | ⚠ Manual fixes | ⚠ Slower response |
| Turnaround / timeline predictability | ✓ Predictable timelines | ⚠ Fast but brittle | ⚠ Slow and manual | ⚠ Often slower |
| Data Security & Compliance | ✓ High – enterprise grade | ⚠ Medium (depends) | ⚠ Low (manual) | ⚠ Hidden gaps common |
| Pricing predictability | ✓ Transparent & fixed | ⚠ Low (per-job) | ⚠ Low (manual hours) | ⚠ High/variable OPEX |
| End-to-end project management | ✓ Full E2E delivery & PM | ✗ No | ✗ No | ⚠ Often partial |
| Business impact & opportunity cost | ✓ No diversion of staff | ✗ No | ✗ No | ⚠ Diverts engineering |
We blend automation (smart scripts, bulk APIs) with human expertise for speed without risk. Our engineers manually check every mapping, validation, and exception.
You get:
The Kentico and Strapi APIs each behave differently, which is where our engineers shine. We build custom logic to handle the data quirks where generic tools typically break.
We handcraft API logic for:
We don't just promise smooth migrations—we measure and prove them. Every client receives a Migration Validation Report with all metrics.
Typical results across projects:
No two teams configure Kentico or Strapi exactly the same way—with unique content models and data. We customize every migration script to fit your exact workflow, taxonomies, and templates.
Our engineers adapt for:
Your customer data is precious. Our migration process maintains the highest standards of security and regulatory compliance.
SOC 2 Type II
Independently audited compliance with rigorous security standards
ISO 27001
Certified information security management system
GDPR
Full compliance with EU data protection regulations
HIPAA
Certified for handling protected health information
AES-256 Encryption
Bank-grade encryption for all stored credentials
Latest TLS
Secure transfer protocol for all data in transit
Role-Based Access
We follow role-based access control for every migration project
Scheduled Deletion
Automatic data purging after migration completion
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