How to Upload Elementor Template Kit

A template kit is a collection of pre-designed Elementor templates built around a cohesive visual theme. Unlike a single page template, a kit typically includes layouts for multiple page types: a homepage, about page, services page, contact page, and often blog and portfolio layouts, all designed to look like they belong together.

Template kits are different from WordPress themes. A theme controls the overall site structure (header, footer, navigation, fonts, colors defined in the Customizer); a template kit only affects the page content layouts inside Elementor. You still need a theme installed alongside the kit.

Where to get template kits:

• ThemeForest / Envato: Purchased kits from sellers on ThemeForest. If you have an Envato Elements subscription, you get unlimited kit access through the Elements plugin, which installs kits differently (no ZIP file needed).
• Elementor’s own library: Elementor Pro users can access a growing library of officially maintained kits directly from inside the editor under Templates > Kit Library.
• Third-party marketplaces: Many independent designers sell Elementor kits on Creative Market and similar platforms. These typically come as ZIP files and follow the same import process below.

Requirements before installing:

• The Elementor plugin must be installed and active.
• An Elementor-compatible theme like Hello Elementor, Astra, or OceanWP.
• Note: some kits are designed specifically for Elementor Pro features. Check the kit listing for Pro requirements before downloading.

1. Download the kit ZIP file. After purchasing or downloading your template kit, you’ll receive a .zip file. Do not unzip it , WordPress and the import plugin need it in ZIP format.
2. Install the Template Kit Import plugin. In your WordPress admin, go to Plugins > Add New and search for “Template Kit Import” (the official Envato plugin). Install and activate it.
3. Go to Tools > Template Kit. After activation, a “Template Kit” option appears under the Tools menu in your WordPress sidebar. Click it.
4. Upload the ZIP file. Click “Upload Template Kit ZIP file,” browse to the ZIP file on your computer, select it, and click Import.
5. Wait for the import to finish. The plugin processes the kit and imports all included templates. This usually takes 30 to 60 seconds depending on the number of templates in the kit.
6. Confirm the import. Once done, you’ll see a success message. The imported templates now appear in your Elementor template library under the My Templates tab.

Troubleshooting common issues:

• Import fails or stalls: Check that your ZIP file isn’t corrupted. Try re-downloading it from the source. Also make sure the Template Kit Import plugin is up to date.
• Templates not appearing in My Templates after import: Navigate to Templates > Saved Templates in WordPress admin and check if they’re listed there. If not, try the import again.
• Some templates require Elementor Pro: If you’re on the free version, you can still import the kit, but Pro-only templates will show a lock icon in the editor. You’ll be able to apply them but not edit Pro-specific widgets.
• Envato Elements kits: If your kit came through Envato Elements, install it via the Envato Elements plugin instead of the Template Kit Import plugin. The process is slightly different.

Applying kit templates to your pages: Now that the kit is imported, open any page in Elementor, click the folder icon (Templates) in the toolbar, go to My Templates, and insert the kit page you want. For a full walkthrough of this step, see our guide on how to apply an Elementor template to a page.