Platform Change:
All You Need to Know
We’re happy to announce that the long-awaited update of Kalium, version 4 – has now been released! Starting with this version, we have changed the platform and Kalium will be sold only through our website. We’ve transitioned from ThemeForest to bring you enhanced pricing and dedicated support. Our new licensing structure now includes annual and multi-use licenses, with lifetime licenses offered at an increased rate.
Why the change?
For those who don’t know us, we’re Laborator team, and we’ve been part of the WordPress community since 2009, creating successful themes and plugins with more than 72,721 sales all over our products.
Over the years, we’ve relied on a one-time payment model, but it’s become clear that this approach isn’t sustainable in the long run. To continue developing and improving Kalium, we’ve decided to move to our own platform and offer also annual licenses with multi-use licenses, which is now the industry standard. Lifetime licenses will still be available, although at a higher price tag, for those who prefer a one-time payment.
With recent changes at Envato after their acquisition by Shutterstock, we’ve noticed a shift in priorities at Envato, with a decreasing focus on WordPress themes and authors. Additionally, many authors, including us, have requested features from Envato such as subscriptions, coupons, and other tools to better serve our customers. Despite ongoing discussions and promises from Envato, these requests were never fulfilled. This lack of progress limited our ability to offer you more flexible pricing and better deals. Moving to our own platform gives us greater control over pricing, support, and the overall customer experience, ensuring a better and more personalized service for you.
As WordPress rapidly adopts the latest technologies, we are keen to stay in sync with these advancements. Full Site Editing and Blocks will be our primary focus because we love native solutions like the Block Editor, which represents the future of WordPress. This approach allows us to create features in Kalium for flexible and fast websites.
What does this mean for me?
Kalium 4 will be available exclusively on our website, while Kalium 3 will remain on ThemeForest for a while for those who prefer to continue using it. If you choose to stick with the older version, that’s perfectly fine.
Kalium 4 is available to everyone, even those with expired support subscriptions. By converting your license, you’ll receive an additional 3 months of support and updates.
- If your support subscription is inactive, you’ll get 3 months of new support.
- If you have an active subscription, it will be extended by 3 months. For example, if your support ends on January 1, 2025, it will now end on April 1, 2025.
Once the additional 3 months are over, you can choose to purchase an annual or lifetime license directly from our website. If you decide not to renew, Kalium will continue to work as it is, but you will no longer receive update or customer support.
Questions and Answers
We’ve gathered essential information about Kalium, including licensing, updates, and technical support, to ensure you have all the details you need. If you need more assistance or have any additional question, feel free to contact us.
It feels like I’m being forced to upgrade. Do I have to upgrade?
Absolutely not! You can choose to stay on your current version of Kalium. However, please note that it will no longer receive updates, support, or maintenance.
Why is this good for me?
Multi-Use Licenses: We’ve introduced multi-use licenses for businesses and agencies, making it easier to manage multiple sites or client projects under a single license.
Annual & Lifetime Licenses: The Annual plan provides access to the theme and support for one year, allowing you to receive updates, starter sites, and support for that duration.
The Lifetime plan, on the other hand, offers lifetime access to the theme, including 3 years of support. The Lifetime plan ensures that you always have access to the theme and its features without worrying about annual renewals, providing long-term value and peace of mind.
More Payment Options: Enjoy more flexibility with our expanded payment options, including all major credit cards via Stripe and PayPal.
Flexible Pricing Options: With our departure from Envato, we can offer a variety of pricing plans to fit different needs and budgets. Find the perfect plan that suits your requirements.
Deals, Coupons and Giveaways: We’re now able to offer improved deals, exclusive coupons, and exciting giveaways directly through our site.
Is it necessary to renew my license every year?
Renewing every year is not mandatory but it is recommended so you can get the latest updates, starter sites and customer support from our team.The websites you have built will continue to work without any issues even if you don’t renew after the annual plan has expired.
Migrating from Kalium 3 to Kalium 4
For detailed steps on how to migrate from Kalium 3 to Kalium 4 and ensure a smooth transition, please check our documentation article here: