Importing a website

Notes:

1. It is currently only possible to import a JSON file that has been exported from the Adventist Web Engine content management system. The file should not be tampered with or altered in any way.
2. No other JSON files from any other systems are allowed to be imported at this time.

Steps to export a website

From the Web Module, to export a website:

• Navigate to the manage websites (Web > Manage sites)
  • Locate the website to export
  • In the Actions column for the website, click on the three vertical dots to open menu
  • Select option "Export site"
  • A JSON file representing the website should download to your computer.

Steps to import a website

From the Web Module, to import a website:

• Navigate to the manage websites (Web > Manage sites)
• Click on the "Add website" button
• Select option "Import site in JSON format"
• Drag and drop JSON file or use file picker to select file
• Entity: select (entity) owner of the website
  • Target entity (if another entity): select from list
• New name: Name for the new website
• Primary domain: enter domain name
  • Use a relaunch domain name, while website is prepared for the final domain.
• Enable built-in analytics: Always set the checkmark, if there is any chance someone will need to know website traffic.
• Groups: If backend users require access, create a group
• Add user: skip this initially.
• Click on "Import" button

Review the imported website

• Review all the website settings, pages, etc. to make sure that everything is configured properly.
• Additionally review the website frontend, to ensure everything is working correctly.
• Examples of what to check (not a complete list as it will vary by the website imported):
  • List view pages have correct detail view pages.
  • Detail pages are configured for any block listing articles, shows, episodes, etc.
  • Media libraries, articles, events, etc. are properly referenced on the new website.
  • Check the website logo, meta data, etc. to reflect the new branding or entity.

Copyright Responsibility

1. The content on a website may have certain licensing restrictions. There could be images, logos, icons, audio, text, video or download files that are licensed to or by the original entity who owned the website being cloned.
2. The website may have implemented a design that has been developed by a third-party. Ensure that you have clarified with the owner of the design that you are allowed use of the website design.
3. It is the Responsibility of the user who is importing a website, that they review all website content for all potential licensing issues.