Big changes are on the horizon for Divi users! Elegant Themes has been hard at work on the long-anticipated release of Divi 5, and from everything we’ve seen so far, it’s shaping up to be the most powerful and performance-focused version of Divi ever. At Milan Web Development, we’re excited about what’s coming — and what it means for our clients and partners.
What is Divi 5?
Divi 5 isn’t just an update — it’s a complete rewrite of the Divi framework. Elegant Themes is rebuilding Divi from the ground up with a focus on modern code standards, improved speed, and enhanced developer flexibility.
Instead of simply layering new features on top of an aging core, they’re delivering a cleaner, faster, and more scalable foundation. This change will future-proof Divi for years to come and open new doors for performance and customization.
Key Improvements in Divi 5
Here are a few standout features we’re looking forward to:
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Massive Performance Boost
Divi 5 is built for speed. With a leaner core, optimized rendering, and cleaner code, websites will load faster and run more smoothly — even on shared hosting or slower connections. -
Improved Builder Experience
The Visual Builder will be even more responsive and intuitive, with fewer bugs and better support for complex layouts and custom designs. -
Modernized Codebase
For developers, this is huge. Divi 5 brings a modern React-based architecture, improved APIs, and better integration points — making it easier for us to build custom modules and advanced functionality for our clients. -
Better SEO & Accessibility
Clean code and faster load times mean improved SEO performance, and accessibility enhancements make Divi 5 websites more inclusive and compliant with today’s standards. -
Backward Compatibility
Divi 5 is designed to support existing Divi sites, meaning no breakage or lost content. You’ll get all the performance benefits with minimal disruption.
What This Means for Milan Web Clients
If you already have a website built by Milan Web Development using Divi, you don’t need to worry. We’ll be testing and planning for the transition to Divi 5 so your website continues to run smoothly.
For new projects, we’ll be among the first to leverage the speed and power of Divi 5, delivering even better performance, design flexibility, and scalability.
When is Divi 5 Releasing?
Now! The Divi 5 public alpha is available to use now, and the Elegant Themes team is making continual progress on performance. We’re closely watching development updates and will be rolling it out on all future production sites.
Final Thoughts
Divi 5 is a bold move by Elegant Themes — and one we fully support. As a Divi-focused web development agency, we’re thrilled to see the platform evolve with today’s standards. Faster websites, better builder tools, and cleaner code? Count us in.
Want to stay ahead of the curve with Divi 5 or start planning a redesign? Get in touch with Milan Web Development — we’d love to help you make the most of what’s next.