Migrate Enterprise Theme content to the Cloud

😞 Bad news first: Enterprise Theme will not be available on Confluence Cloud. This is due to significant differences in theming and styling options on Cloud.

However, we understand that you want to migrate existing content in Enterprise Theme macros to preserve this content. That’s why we have created workarounds for popular Enterprise Theme macros using two of our other apps:

• Tabs (macros “Tab Content Wrapper/Tab Element”) can be replaced with Navitabs - Navigation Macros for Confluence.

• Panels (macro “Titled Panelbox”) can be replaced with Advanced Panelboxes for Confluence.

• Metamenu and structured navigation can be replaced with SubSpace Navigation for Confluence Cloud.

• Language dropdown(s) & Pagetitle can be replaced with Translations for Confluence to create multilingual content and display the right language to each user.

💡 We have also compiled advice on replacing Enterprise Theme macros with built-in Confluence Cloud functionalities. Check out our blog post on how bitvoodoo migrated from Confluence Server to Cloud for more details.

Alternative Solutions for Enterprise Theme Features on Confluence Cloud

1. Tab macros: Tab Content Wrapper & Tab Element

For existing Enterprise Theme tabs (Tab Content Wrapper & Tab Element) to function on Cloud, install Navitabs - Navigation Macros for Confluence.

With Navitabs Cloud installed, macros will be renamed:

• "Tab Content Wrapper" → "Tab Group (Enterprise Theme Compatibility)"

• "Tab Element" → "Tab (Enterprise Theme Compatibility)"

The content is fully transferred and remains editable after migration. Nested tabs will continue to work, though their styling may differ. Use Navitabs' Tab Group and Tab macros if additional styling flexibility is needed.

💡 Tip: Use the Tab Wizard on Navitabs Cloud to create custom tab designs.

However, you may notice some differences in styling compared to the on-premise version. If you want more flexibility with styling (e.g., different tab designs), copy your tabs' content into the built-in Navitabs macros Tab Group and Tab.

🧙🏻‍♀️ Better still, use the Tab Wizard on Navitabs Cloud with the option “Create your own content.”

2. Panel macro: Titled Panelbox

For Titled Panelbox to work on Cloud, you must install Advanced Panelboxes for Confluence.

Using Advanced Panelboxes Cloud, existing “Titles Panelbox” macros will be renamed “Panelbox (Enterprise Theme Compatibility)”. The content of the macros will be transferred completely and can be edited after the migration to the Cloud. However, you may notice some differences in styling. If you want more flexibility, copy your panel’s content into the built-in Panelbox macro. Please look at the different styling options in the Advanced Panelboxes documentation.

3. Navigation & Structured Menus: SubSpace Navigation

Enterprise Theme provided horizontal navigation menus to organize content efficiently. Since these menus are unavailable on Confluence Cloud, SubSpace Navigation for Confluence Cloud serves as a robust alternative.

How SubSpace Navigation Helps:

• Customizable navigation menus including spaces, pages, links, and CQL queries.

• Multi-level menus to structure content effectively.

• Space-specific menus ensure relevant content for different teams.

• Dynamic content discovery through CQL-based menus.

• Brand customization via colors and icons.

• It is possible to add menu items in multiple languages.

By implementing SubSpace Navigation, organizations can recreate structured navigation similar to Enterprise Theme, ensuring users can quickly locate relevant content.

Have a look at our app tutorial to learn how to get started and configure the SubSpace Navigation for Confluence:

4. Language Dropdowns & Page Titles: Translations for Confluence

If your organization used the Language Dropdown feature in Enterprise Theme to manage multilingual content, you can replace it with Translations for Confluence.

How Translations for Confluence Help:

• Allows you to create and manage multilingual content within Confluence.

• Automatically displays the correct language version to users based on their preferences.

• Supports switching between different language versions of a page.

• Ensures a structured and consistent multilingual experience across your Confluence spaces.

Teams can continue providing localized content using Translations for Confluence without losing essential multilingual functionality.

Replacing Enterprise Theme Macros on Cloud

💡 Below is an additional list of Enterprise Theme macros and their Confluence built-in Cloud alternatives:

By using Navitabs, Advanced Panelboxes, SubSpace Navigation, and Translations for Confluence, organizations moving from Enterprise Theme on Data Center to Confluence Cloud can keep their navigation organized, maintain branding, support multiple languages, and ensure a smooth user experience. 🚀

❓If you are unsure whether to migrate to Confluence Cloud, please contact us.