🛠️ How to Update Magento 2 to the Latest Version: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ariya InfoTech April 15, 2025

Magento 2 is a powerful and flexible eCommerce platform—but to keep it running smoothly, securely, and efficiently, regular updates are a must. Each new version brings performance improvements, security patches, and exciting new features. If you’re wondering how to update Magento 2 to the latest version, this guide is for you.

⚠️ Why Should You Update Magento?

Before diving into the how-to, here’s why updating is important:

Security Fixes: Protect your store from known vulnerabilities.
Performance Enhancements: Speed up your site and reduce server load.
New Features: Gain access to new tools and improvements.
Compatibility: Stay aligned with the latest PHP versions and third-party modules.

🔧 Pre-Update Checklist

Before you begin, take these steps to avoid downtime or data loss:

Backup Everything: Database + all files.
Check System Requirements: Ensure the latest Magento version supports your server setup.
Disable Custom Code/Modules: Temporarily disable any custom modules or themes that might conflict with the update.
Use a Staging Environment: Never update directly on your live site.

🧰 Method 1: Update via Composer (Recommended)

This is the most common and recommended method for Magento 2 updates.

Step 1: Set Your Magento Version

composer require magento/product-community-edition 2.x.x –no-update

Step 2: Update Dependencies

composer update

Step 3: Clear Cache & Recompile

php bin/magento maintenance:enable
php bin/magento setup:upgrade
php bin/magento setup:di:compile
php bin/magento setup:static-content:deploy -f
php bin/magento cache:flush
php bin/magento maintenance:disable

🛑 Common Issues During Update

Memory Limits: Increase PHP memory limit to at least 2GB.
Conflicts: Disable or remove outdated modules.
Permissions: Ensure correct file/folder permissions.

✅ Post-Update Tasks

Test Your Store: Check product pages, checkout, admin panel.
Update Extensions: Make sure your 3rd-party modules support the new version.
Check Logs: Review var/log/ and var/report/ for any errors.

💡 Need Help Updating Magento?

At Ariya InfoTech, we specialize in:

✅ Magento Upgrades – Seamlessly move to the latest version without downtime
🚀 Performance Optimization – Make your store faster and more efficient
🛠️ Custom Development – Tailored solutions to fit your unique business needs
🔒 Security Patching & Maintenance – Keep your store secure and up-to-date

Our team of certified Magento developers brings deep expertise and a proven track record of delivering high-quality Magento solutions for businesses of all sizes.

Yuvraj Raulji, founder of Ariya InfoTech, is an experienced eCommerce consultant and Magento 2 full-stack developer. With strong technical knowledge and a deep understanding of online business needs, Yuvraj and his team help brands scale, perform better, and stay secure.

📞 Let’s make your Magento store faster, safer, and future-ready.
💬 Get in touch with us:

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AboutYuvraj Raulji

Ariya InfoTech, a leading IT solutions company, has been closely working with B2B & B2C digital commerce Medium and Enterprise companies since 2014and has helped 100+ brands build and improve their online B2B and B2C ventures in the area of contemporary eCommerce or customer-centric next-generation digital commerce. Yuvraj Raulji, a founder of Ariya InfoTech, recommends and proposes a digital commerce platform aligned with your business vision and objectives.

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