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How To Install TransferForge

TransferForge has two parts: the web app (where you manage migrations) and the bridge plugin (installed on your WordPress sites to expose builder data). This guide covers setting up both.

Step 1 — Create Your TransferForge Account

  1. Go to app.transferforge.com/signup.
  2. Create an account with your email address.
  3. You'll land in the TransferForge dashboard. The Starter plan (free, 5 pages/month) is active by default — you can upgrade to Pro or Agency in Settings → Plan & Usage at any time.

Step 2 — Install the Bridge Plugin on WordPress

The bridge plugin is a lightweight connector that exposes builder-specific data (templates, components, global styles) that the standard WordPress REST API doesn't cover. Install it on both your source site (e.g., Oxygen Classic) and your target site (e.g., Oxygen 6 or Breakdance).

  1. Download the TransferForge Bridge plugin from the link in your dashboard after you sign in.
  2. In your WordPress admin, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
  3. Select the transferforge-bridge.zip file and click Install Now.
  4. Click Activate Plugin.

Repeat on your target WordPress site.

Step 3 — Create Application Passwords

TransferForge connects to your WordPress sites using application passwords — a standard WordPress authentication method. No FTP access or direct database credentials are needed.

  1. In your WordPress admin, go to Users → Your Profile.
  2. Scroll to the Application Passwords section.
  3. Enter a name (e.g., "TransferForge") and click Add New Application Password.
  4. Copy the generated password — you'll need it in the next step.

Do this on both your source and target sites.

Note: Application passwords require HTTPS. If your site doesn't have SSL, you'll need to set that up first.

Step 4 — Connect Your Sites in the Dashboard

  1. In the TransferForge dashboard, go to Sites (or the connection setup screen).
  2. Add your source site: enter the URL and paste the application password you created.
  3. Add your target site: enter the URL and paste its application password.
  4. TransferForge will verify the connection and detect the builder on each site.

Once connected, you're ready to pull templates and start converting. See How to Use TransferForge for the full workflow.

Troubleshooting

"Connection failed" error:

  • Verify the site URL includes https://
  • Confirm the application password was copied correctly (no extra spaces)
  • Check that the bridge plugin is activated on the target site
  • Ensure your hosting isn't blocking REST API requests

Application Passwords section not visible:

  • Requires WordPress 5.6 or later
  • Some security plugins disable application passwords — check your security plugin settings
  • Application passwords require HTTPS

Need help? Reach out at hello@transferforge.com or use the support form.