In case you are looking for the possibility to perform the SMF to phpBB migration in an easy way, then watch this presentation and find all the necessary information. With CMS2CMS migration service the switch will be fully automated, accurate and really fast. More info you'll find here: http://www.cms2cms.com/supported-cms/simple-machines-forum-to-phpbb-migration/.
5. Download the Connection Bridge
The connection bridge is needed to allow the interaction between your Source and Target
platforms. To proceed with installation you need to follow these steps:
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Download the bridge file (‘cms2cms’ zip) to your computer and extract the folder from the
zip file.
● Connect your Source and Target websites via FTP (for that you have to know your host
name, username, and password).
● Copy ‘cms2cms’ folder to the root directories of your SMF and phpBB websites.
6. Select your Migration Options
After verifying the connection to your websites, you will be able to choose the extra Migration
options such as:
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migrate media;
make URLs SEO friendly;
clear current Target data
get design suggestion.
7. Start your free Demo Migration
Before proceeding to the Full Migration you can try free Demo Migration and see how the service
works. After the Demo Migration is finished, you will be able to check the result on your website.
8. Start your Full Migration
If you are satisfied with the results of your Demo Migration you may proceed to the Full Migration
from your SMF to phpBB platform. The Migration process will take up only a few minutes and
after
it’s
over
you
will
be
able
to
enjoy
your
brand
new
forum!
9. Note, if you want to make your migration process even easier, you can choose the option of
assisted
migration
service.
You
can
read
more
about
it
here
http://www.cms2cms.com/assistedmigrationservice/
So are you excited to try your phpBB forum? Start Demo Migration right now and you’ll see how
easy it is to move your forum from SMF to phpBB!