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Why upgrade to Tada?

Frank DePalma • Mar 01, 2022

Five reasons why it's a great time to upgrade your old CMS Made Simple or Wordpress site to the Tada Web Editor platform.

1) Hosting updates can break old code.


Totera clients still using CMS Made Simple or Wordpress for their website and/or blog platform will be moved to different servers by NameGig. Depending on the version of CMS Made Simple, this could cause sites to stop functioning. It might be a good time to start thinking of migrating to Tada - our simplified web editor platform. Learn more at www.tadacms.com


Hosting companies like GoDaddy and NameGig periodically update their server software in order to keep up with the latest security and performance standards. These upgrades can alter the server operating system resulting in scripts using languages such as PHP and MySQL to stop functioning. 


Upcoming server upgrades could break old code. Totera clients still using CMS Made Simple or Wordpress for their website and/or blog platform will be moved to different servers by NameGig. Depending on the version of CMS Made Simple, this could cause sites to stop functioning. 

2) Hosted solutions are easier to maintain.


In addition to the all-under-one-roof advantage to using the Tada platform, all Tada sites are running on of the same software at the same time. Rather than installing a version on one server, and a different version on a different software a year later, then having to upgrade to fix security and performance issues as browsers change... A cloud-based solution allows us to roll out upgrades to all of our sites at once. Ensuring that our customers are utilizing the latest tools and techniques for optimal performance across all devices.


Cloud-based or "hosted" solutions like Tada, Box.com, Squarespace and others are different than traditional content management systems. However, most lack the customization, one-on-one training and support that Totera customers expect.

We have developed a cloud-based website management platform called Tada that is easy to use and includes hosting, SSL, CMS and many other features all in one.


Why a hosted solution? Since all of our sites are using the same software we are able to roll out security and performance upgrades to all of our customers at once, our clients never have worry about upgrading their website editor again. No unexpected server upgrades, no more SSL purchases, and no more plugin version tracking.


All of our Tada sites run on the latest software, always.

3) Tada makes website management fun!


It's simple to use. No more changing text and images and then having to publish your changes to see how they look. With Tada, you can make edits for desktop, tablet and mobile devices in real time, and then only publish when you are ready. The drag-and-drop editor allows you to select text blocks, images, tables, social media feeds, buttons and even forms and place them anywhere on the page. Plus time-saving features like one-click uploads, and file-manages will leave your old CMS in the dust.


Our customers enjoy the ease and speed of the Tada platform.

We've already converted dozens of sites from CMS Made Simple to Tada (including our own), and our customers love the simplicity of the editor, and how easy it is to manage the website all on one platform.


View some of the sites currently on the Tada platform

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"Our previous platform had been tough to navigate, while Totera Inc.'s website builder is very easy to use. It's allowed us to be more efficient — updates that used to take an hour now take us only 15 minutes to implement. Additionally, more of our staff has been able to update the website than before."

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4) All the tools you need, all in one place.

Shared hosting accounts that required you to purchase a separate SSL certificate (required by Google since 2017), manually optimize each page template for mobile, purchase a hosting account, analytics, and database, and then track the version of each system and upgrade regularity to prevent security issues.


Tada makes website management fun!


Shared hosting accounts that required you to purchase a separate SSL certificate (required by Google since 2017), manually optimize each page template for mobile, purchase a hosting account, analytics, and database, and then track the version of each system and upgrade regularity to prevent security issues.


For one low monthly or annual fee, the Tada platform includes all of these features and more included. What's more, you don't have to manage it or even think about it. All of these systems are managed and upgraded automatically, so you can focus on running your business and let us focus on keeping your website platform up-to-date.


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Editing on the Go

Once your site is up and running, you can edit it anytime, anywhere from your mobile device.

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Better SEO For YOU

We’ll get your site Google ready with customized SEO. That way, more customers can find you fast.

Responsive Design

Don’t worry about the device. We design sites that work perfectly on desktop, tablet, and mobile.

Greatness in Store

Get ready to move more eCommerce. Sell up to 2500 different products in your own online store. 

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Hosting with the Most

All of our websites are hosted on Amazon AWS, so count on 99.99% monthly uptime.

Keep ‘Em Coming

Free widgets that will help you get more calls, appointments, and customers. 

5) Unparalleled communication and support.

Each Tada account comes with site comments, support chat, video tutorials, support center with hundreds of articles, plus training and support from actual live humans at Totera.


With Site Comments , you and your team make comments as you review your site, directly on the site. We will then respond to these comments - and implement changes - all in the same place. Selected team members are notified whenever a comment is made or resolved, so tracking changes is smooth and easy.

Personalized Training & Support

Our success is built on long-term relationships with our customers. We'll be here for you every step of your business lifecycle.

DIY Website Training

Free One-On-One Training

We will walk you through all of the features and techniques the pros use, so you can take control of your website and your future.

Schedule a one-on-one to learn more about Tada

Training Videos and Help Center

Training Videos & Help Center

We have a massive knowledge base explaining every feature we've developed. Step-by-step instructions and training videos that you can use at any time and at your own pace.

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24/7 ALH Support
Want to connect with an actual live human? We are here here for you via phone, text, email and live chat. You can even collaborate with us from within your site using Site Comments.

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