How to Import and Export Elementor Templates

Tired of recreating the same template over and over in Elementor?

What if you could save your template once and reuse it across different pages or even websites? That’s exactly what Elementor templates let you do — and it gets even better when you know how to import and export them.

If you’re new to Elementor, this feature might sound a bit advanced, but don’t worry, it’s actually super simple!

In this article, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process to export and import Elementor templates so you can build faster, save time, and create consistent layouts effortlessly.

Key Takeaways

• Understand what Elementor templates are and how they help speed up your design process.
• Learn how to export templates from your Elementor dashboard in just a few clicks.
• Discover how to import templates into a new page or even another website.
• Solve common issues like missing images, broken layouts, or version conflicts during template import/export.
• Boost your productivity by reusing designs, sharing layouts, and creating your own template library.

What are Elementor Templates

Elementor templates are pre-designed layouts you can save and reuse across your website. Instead of building the same section, page, or layout from scratch every time, you can save it as a template and insert it whenever needed. Elementor has different templates, like header, footer, popup, page, and more.

These templates are huge time-savers and help keep your design consistent, especially when building large or multiple websites.

Want to dive deeper into how Elementor templates work, where to find them, and how to create your own? Check out our complete guide to Elementor templates (Link to our second article after completing).

Why Import and Export Elementor Templates

Once you have created the layout you love, the ability to export it as a template means you can use it on other pages, other websites, or even share it with your teams or clients.

Here’s why importing and exporting Elementor templates is so helpful:

• Save time: No need to redesign headers, footers, or full pages again. Just import your saved layout and customize it.
• Reuse across multiple sites: Export a template from one website and import it into another — ideal for agencies or freelance projects.
• Collaborate efficiently: Share templates with team members or clients by sending a simple JSON file.
• Backup designs: Keep a personal library of templates as a design backup or version control.

How to Export Templates in Elementor

Exporting templates in Elementor allows you to save your designs as .json files, which you can use on other pages and websites or share with others. Here’s how to do it:

Steps to Export a Template

• Go to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to Elementor → Templates
• You’ll see a list of all your saved templates
• Hover over the template you want to export
• Click the “Export Template” option
• The template will automatically download as a .json file to your computer

Now you’re ready to import this template wherever you need!

How to Import Elementor Templates

If you have a .json file of an Elementor template — whether it’s one you exported earlier or received from someone else- importing it into your site is quick and easy.

Steps to Import a Template

• In your WordPress dashboard, go to Elementor → Templates
• At the top of the page, click the “Import Templates” button
• Choose the .json file from your system that you want to import
• Click the “Import Now” button.

That’s it! Your template will now appear in the Saved Templates tab and be ready to be inserted into any page with the Elementor editor.

Want More Design Flexibility With Your Templates? Use our Elementor Addon Elements plugin to unlock advanced widgets like sliders, flip boxes, testimonials, and more — all fully compatible with Elementor templates.

Just install, design, save as a template, and reuse anywhere!

Common Issues During Import/Export Elementor Templates

While importing or exporting templates in Elementor is usually smooth, you might occasionally run into a few hiccups. Here are some common issues and how to fix them:

JSON File Not Uploading

Cause: The file isn’t a valid Elementor template, or it’s corrupted.

Fix:

• Make sure the file has a .json extension.
• Only use files exported from Elementor (not general JSON files).
• Try exporting the template again and re-importing it.

Missing Widgets or Layouts After Import

Cause: The imported template uses widgets from a plugin you don’t have installed.

Fix:

• Check which widgets are missing.
• Install and activate the required plugins (e.g., Elementor Pro or third-party addons).

Incompatible Elementor Versions

Cause: The template was created with a newer version of Elementor than the one you’re using.

Fix:

• Update Elementor to the latest version before importing.
• If the template was built using Elementor Pro, make sure the Pro plugin is installed and active.

Template Doesn’t Appear After Import

Cause: The import may have failed silently due to file size or server limits.

Fix:

• Refresh the page and check again under Elementor → Templates.
• If it’s still not visible, try re-importing or increasing your PHP file upload limit.

Images Not Loading After Import

Cause: Images used in the template are linked to the original site and weren’t embedded or transferred during the import.

Fix:

• Replace missing images manually by uploading them to your media library.

FAQs on Importing & Exporting Templates in Elementor

Build Smarter with Reusable Designs

Using Elementor templates — and knowing how to import and export them — can dramatically improve your design workflow. Instead of recreating the same sections or pages, you can build once, save it, and reuse it whenever needed.

Whether you’re managing one website or working across many, this simple feature helps you stay consistent, save time, and design more efficiently.