How to convert HTML to wordpress?

Topher Walker · 11-15-2009, 03:50 PM

Is there a simple way to do it?

I have a html template that I want to use for a new site but want to use it as a blog. All the "how to" pages I read seem gobbldygook!

Topher Walker · 11-17-2009, 04:44 PM

Bump!

Any ideas at all?

kenj · 11-17-2009, 04:49 PM

Hi topher

I know that Andy (Dr Andy) has done this with all his sites and given some info on this very topic - this was about 6 months ago

Here is his blog

Internet Marketing Tips & Newsletter

hope it helps

Kenj

Julie Fletcher · 11-17-2009, 04:51 PM

There is also a WSO on this

http://www.warriorforum.com/warrior-...0-seconds.html

UBotBuddy · 11-17-2009, 05:01 PM

I know how to strip out the HTML code quickly leaving just the content but actually using the code. I would think that would be difficult. I would love to see Dr. Andy's technique.

theimdude · 11-17-2009, 05:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Topher Walker

Is there a simple way to do it?

I have a html template that I want to use for a new site but want to use it as a blog. All the "how to" pages I read seem gobbldygook!

Very easy -
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7_8_shortcuts · 11-17-2009, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Topher Walker

Is there a simple way to do it?

I have a html template that I want to use for a new site but want to use it as a blog. All the "how to" pages I read seem gobbldygook!

If you know HTML and some PHP it's relatively easy to do it.

It's systematic and logical.

You just have to break up your static template into 3 key parts and name the files correctly.

On the other hand...

If you don't know HTML and PHP... this could seem like a heck of a challenge!

I would outsource it. Should come to about $50 - $100 for a job like that.

Cheers

I.M.Retired · 11-17-2009, 05:41 PM

There is a good tutorial here. Not sure if it exactly what you are looking for, but there are a lot of excellent tips.

Building Custom WordPress Theme

koolphoto · 11-17-2009, 08:12 PM

Creating a Wordpress theme for html isn't that difficult. Do a Google search and you will find tutorials. This is a site that will do it for you.

Convert HTML to WordPress in minutes! - ThemesPress

naonline · 12-08-2009, 07:02 AM

I was searching the forum looking for an answer to this so i thought i'd bump this thread.

I have an html site with some external backlinks and it ranks well for a few of my chosen keywords. How do i migrate to Wordpress on the same root domain without killing the backlinks and the ranking?

I think that's what the OP wants to do as well?

I've read that Google doesn't like a lot of 301 redirects.

Nick

naonline · 12-08-2009, 03:26 PM

Bump.........

Istvan Horvath · 12-08-2009, 03:32 PM

If the backlinks point to the root - there is no problem.

If the backlinks point to separate pages inside the web site - there should be some additional work with permalinks and/or Page structure.

In most of the cases it can be done. The final answer always depends on the site's present structure.

Since 301 are permanent redirects - usually, there is nothing wrong with them, in case that you need to use them.

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