Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes When Upgrading Your Drupal Site

The Enbecom Team outlines key pitfalls to avoid during Drupal site upgrades in a blog post published on July 28, 2025. Titled “Common mistakes to avoid when upgrading Drupal sites,” the article highlights five procedural missteps: neglecting to back up the site, overlooking module compatibility, skipping version-by-version upgrades, failing to audit the site, and not testing changes in a staging environment. These are presented as universal principles intended to guide less-experienced site maintainers.

However, the post lacks specificity and fails to address the complexities involved in modern Drupal upgrades. There is no discussion of Composer workflows, deprecated code handling, or the use of tools like Upgrade Status or Drupal Rector. The transition from Drupal 9 or 10 to Drupal 11—now current—is not mentioned, nor are any modules flagged for attention during version jumps. The absence of actionable examples or version-linked advice limits its utility to a general checklist.

The article closes with a promotional call for Enbecom’s upgrade and hosting services, positioning the piece more as lead-generation content than a technical guide. While accessible, it provides little depth for developers seeking guidance on real-world Drupal upgrade processes.