Use the primary project resources alongside our planning guides. Start by recording your Joomla, PHP and extension versions: a useful answer for one release can be wrong for another.
Joomla downloads ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Obtain core releases from the project and read the notes for your chosen version.
Joomla user documentation ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Find explanations of installation, content, users and administration. Match instructions to the version you run.
Technical requirements ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Check the environment for Joomla 6. Use the documentation’s version selector for another release.
Joomla Security Centre ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Read core security announcements and affected-version information. Check extension vendors separately.
Joomla Extensions Directory ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Research extensions and follow links to their developers. A listing is a starting point for compatibility and maintenance checks.
Joomla community forum ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Search community discussions or ask a focused question with your versions and reproducible symptoms. Remove secrets and personal data before posting.
Use a source with a purpose
For an installation or update, use version-matched official instructions. For an extension issue, check that developer’s support policy. For a server outage or billing issue, use your hosting account’s verified support channel.
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