If you’re frustrated with the recent downtime issues on Tumblr and the lack of ownership over your content, migrating to a self-hosted WordPress platform may be the solution for you. Fortunately, WooThemes, a leading WordPress theme provider, has launched a free service called Tumblr2WP that makes it easy to migrate your Tumblr blog to WordPress with just a few clicks. This service generates a WXR file that contains all of your Tumblr posts, post types, and meta data, which can then be imported into WordPress using the import function. With WooThemes’ tumblog themes like Auld, Crisp, Elefolio, Unite, Retreat, Cinch, and Canvas, your blog will work seamlessly out of the box. You can also add tumblog-like functionalities to your theme using the WooTumblog Plugin or coding it in manually. As a launch special, WooThemes is offering a 31% discount on their Tumblog themes with the coupon code “TUMBLR2WP” (valid until February 28, 2011). Simply head over to Tumblr2WP.com and fill out the easy form to get started.
Your blog would be up and running seamlessly with the new tumblog themes from WooThemes, such as Auld, Crisp, Elefolio, Unite, Retreat, Cinch, and Canvas. Alternatively, you can also incorporate tumblog-like features into your existing theme by using the WooTumblog Plugin or coding it manually.
To celebrate the launch of this new service, WooThemes is offering a 31% discount on their Tumblog themes. Simply use the coupon code “TUMBLR2WP” at checkout. This offer is valid until February 28, 2011.
To migrate your Tumblr blog to WordPress, all you need to do is visit Tumblr2WP.com and complete a simple form. The service will quickly generate a WXR file containing all your Tumblr posts, post types, and other essential meta data, which can then be easily imported into your WordPress installation using the import function.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Switching
There are both advantages and disadvantages to switching from Tumblr to WordPress.
On the downside, the re-blog button, which is a key feature of the Tumblr community, is no longer available on a self-hosted WordPress blog. Additionally, the community-style dashboard that displays who has interacted with your content is also lost.
However, there are also benefits to making the switch. With a self-hosted WordPress blog, you have greater control over your data and site. Furthermore, WordPress offers a wide range of powerful features that are not available on a hosted Tumblr blog.
Ultimately, the decision to switch platforms is a personal one. Nonetheless, WooThemes has made the process easier for those who choose to do so.