replacing Nulled (Hacked Version) with the original one

Hello Support Team,

I would like to ask for your assistance regarding my website theme.

Previously, I had a developer working on the website, and I recently discovered that the WoodMart theme installed on my website was a non-licensed (nulled) version.
As a result, I have now purchased an original licensed version of the theme and would like to install it properly on my website.

However, I was informed that the previous developer made custom improvements and modifications inside the functions.php file, and I would like to keep these custom changes without losing them during the theme replacement.

Could you please advise on the best and safest way to:

Install the licensed version of the WoodMart theme

Preserve all existing custom modifications and optimizations

I would appreciate your guidance on how to proceed correctly.

Thank you in advance for your support.

Hello,

Create a full backup of your site (files + database): https://www.wpbeginner.com/beginners-guide/how-to-backup-your-wordpress-site/

Check where the custom code is added:

If the custom changes are in the parent theme’s functions.php, copy those custom snippets.

Ideally, custom code should be placed in a child theme or via a plugin like Code Snippets.

Please download the new version of the theme from your account on ThemeForest and reinstall the theme, replacing all the files via Appearance -> Themes -> Add new: https://xtemos.com/docs-topic/installation-process-3/

To activate the new license > Go to > WoodMart > Theme License. Enter your purchase code and activate it.

Note:

Any modifications made directly to the parent theme files will be lost when updating.

Best Regards,

What is the current status of the child theme?
Does it need to be updated, or should it remain as it is?

Also, regarding woodmart-core,
does it need to be updated manually as well?

Hello,

01. A child theme does not need updates unless you want to change or add custom code. It should remain as it is. Its purpose is to safely hold your customizations while the parent theme is updated.

02. Yes, Woodmart Core should always be kept up to date. It is updated separately from the theme and is required for full theme functionality.

Best Regards,

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