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Update

Check for and install updates to keep your Mumara Campaigns installation current with the latest features and security patches.

Overview

Navigate to Tools → Update to manage application updates.


Update Information

Current Version Display

The update page shows:

  • Current installed version
  • Available update version (if any)
  • Release notes for new version
  • Update requirements

Checking for Updates

  1. Navigate to Tools → Update
  2. Click Check for Updates
  3. System contacts Mumara servers
  4. Available update is displayed (if any)

Update Process

Before Updating

  1. Backup database - Create a full database backup
  2. Backup files - Copy application files
  3. Check requirements - Verify server meets requirements
  4. Review release notes - Understand what's changing
  5. Plan downtime - Schedule update during low-traffic period

Performing the Update

  1. Click Update Now or Download Update
  2. System downloads the update package
  3. Files are extracted and applied
  4. Database migrations run automatically
  5. Cache is cleared
  6. Update completes

After Updating

  1. Verify application loads correctly
  2. Test key functionality
  3. Check for any error messages
  4. Review logs for issues
  5. Clear browser cache

Update Methods

Automatic Update

  • One-click update through the interface
  • Recommended for most users
  • Handles file updates and migrations

Manual Update

For advanced users:

  1. Download update package
  2. Extract to application directory
  3. Run migrations manually
  4. Clear cache

Troubleshooting

Update Failed

Possible causes:

  • Network connectivity issues
  • Insufficient disk space
  • File permission problems
  • Database migration errors

Solutions:

  • Check internet connection
  • Free up disk space
  • Fix file permissions
  • Check error logs for specific issues
  • Restore from backup if needed

Post-Update Issues

Possible causes:

  • Cache not cleared
  • Browser cache
  • Incomplete migration

Solutions:

  • Clear application cache
  • Clear browser cache
  • Run migrations manually
  • Check error logs

Best Practices

  • Regular updates - Keep your installation current
  • Always backup - Never update without backups
  • Test first - Test updates in staging environment
  • Read release notes - Understand changes before updating
  • Schedule updates - Plan for minimal disruption

Next Steps