What this procedure is
How to update PrestaShop from the Back Office using an update assistant module when available.
Applies to: PrestaShop 8.x.
Why you would do this
- Convenient method without manual file operations.
- You can see steps and messages during the process.
Prerequisites
- Full backup.
- Back Office access.
- Ability to enable maintenance mode.
- Modules compatibility reviewed.
Quick diagnosis (before you change anything)
1) Check disk space
Expected result: avoid failures due to low disk.
Update from the Back Office (Update Assistant)
Step 1) Enable maintenance mode
Enable maintenance and whitelist your IP.
Step 2) Install/open the update assistant
Go to Modules and locate the update assistant.
Step 3) Run the update
Start the process and wait until it completes. Do not interrupt.
Step 4) Clear cache and verify
Clear cache and test checkout.
Final verification
- Store loads.
- Admin works.
- Version changed.
If something doesn’t work (common issues)
Update stops mid-way
- Check assistant logs.
- Increase time/memory limits if possible.
- Consider manual FTP update if hosting is very limited.
Best practices
- Avoid updating during high traffic.
- Do not update many modules at once.