Common Mistakes to Avoid with Elementor Template Kits

10 Elementor Template Kit Mistakes You Must Avoid (and How to Fix Them)

Ever picked a beautiful Elementor template kit that seemed perfect — until you realized it didn’t work on mobile, clashed with your brand, or loaded slower than a snail?

You’re not the only one. Elementor Template Kits are fantastic tools, but they’re also easy to misuse if you’re not careful.

Skip these pitfalls:

1. Prioritize function over aesthetics
2. Test rigorously before launch
3. Automate backups and updates

In this guide, we’re breaking down the most common Elementor Template Kit mistakes and showing you how to dodge them like a pro. Ready to build smarter and launch faster? Let’s dive in.

I. Choosing a Pretty Kit That Doesn’t Fit Your Website

The mistake: You fell for the looks. The demo was sleek, but it’s built for a photographer, and you’re running a bakery.

Fix it:

• Match the kit to your content and goals (e.g., product grid for e-commerce, appointment sections for services)
• Check if it supports your required plugins (like WooCommerce)
• Preview it on mobile before committing

📌 Example: A fitness coach picked a stylish portfolio kit, but it had no booking section. After switching to a service-based layout, lead conversions jumped 40%.

Explore Elementor’s Template Kit Library →

II. Ignoring Mobile-First Design

The mistake: Your site looks great on desktop, but turns into a jumbled mess on mobile.

Fix it:

• Use Elementor’s Mobile Editing feature
• Hide non-essential elements on small screens
• Use containers instead of outdated columns

📱 Preview your design on BrowserStack, a tool that lets you test your website on different devices and browsers, to simulate how it looks and functions across screens

💡 Why it matters: Over 60% of traffic comes from mobile. Don’t treat it like an afterthought.

III. Importing the Kit Without Following the Right Steps

The mistake: Broken sections, missing fonts, and the dreaded “Template Failed to Import” message.

Fix it:

• Use Elementor’s Kit Library instead of uploading ZIPs
• Boost PHP memory (ask your host)
• Install all required plugins before importing

💡 Pro Tip: Stuck? Follow our Step-by-Step Guide to Importing Kits.

IV. Skipping Global Styles and Brand Customization

The mistake: Your site looks stitched together — fonts and colors change from page to page.

Fix it:

• Set your global styles (Elementor > Site Settings)
• Use the Theme Builder for consistent headers and footers
• Double-check across pages for design consistency

🎨 Example: A bakery site was using a tech-themed kit with navy blues and sharp fonts. A brand refresh to warm tones and playful typography cut bounce rates by 25%.

Elementor Theme Builder Guide →

V. Plugin Overload That Slows Down Everything

The mistake: Installing a plugin for every small feature, until your site takes forever to load.

Prevention:

• Use multipurpose tools like Crocoblock or JetEngine instead of stacking plugins
• Remove plugins you don’t actively use

Optimization Tools:

• Compress images with ShortPixel or Imagify
• Minify CSS/JS: Compress code file sizes using WP Rocket or a similar plugin. This helps reduce page load times and improves overall site speed.

⚠️ Outdated plugins are a major security risk — update them regularly.

💡 Pro Tip: Test site speed with GTmetrix →

VI. Skipping SEO and Metadata

The mistake: No meta titles, missing alt tags, messy URLs — your site is invisible to search engines.

Fix it:

• Use Rank Math or Yoast SEO to auto-fill titles/descriptions
• Set clean permalinks (no more ?p=123!)
• Add descriptive alt text to all images

✅ Don’t forget to submit your sitemap to Google Search Console.

📘 Quick Note: Alt text helps both SEO and accessibility — win-win.

Elementor SEO Master Guide →

VII. Launching Without Proper Testing

The mistake: You click “publish” without checking how your site actually behaves.

Fix it:

• Run speed tests (Lighthouse, GTmetrix)
• Check your site on Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge
• Test real user journeys with Hotjar or session replays
• Scan for broken links with tools like Ahrefs or Screaming Frog

🧪 Example: A store’s checkout button was hidden on Safari. Fixing it resulted in a 15% increase in sales.

VIII. No Backup or Maintenance Plan

The mistake: You forget to back up your site until it breaks — or worse, gets hacked.

Fix it:

• Automate daily backups with UpdraftPlus (store them offsite — e.g., Google Drive)
• Enable version control in Elementor
• Keep plugins, themes, and WordPress core updated

🔒 Use Solid Security or Wordfence for added protection

📘 Pro Tip: Websites with weekly updates experience 60% fewer breaches (Source: Sucuri)

IX. Not Customizing Breakpoints for Different Devices

The mistake: Relying only on Elementor’s default breakpoints, and your layout breaks on tablets or phablets.

Fix it:

• Customize breakpoints in Elementor settings
• Test across various screen sizes
• Use custom CSS if needed for fine-tuning

📏 Stat: Adjusting breakpoints for tablets helped one site reduce bounce rates by 20%.

Mobile Editing Best Practices →

X. Forgetting Accessibility Best Practices

The mistake: Your site looks great, but it’s a nightmare for screen readers or users with visual impairments.

Fix it:

• Use proper heading structure (H1, H2, H3)
• Ensure high contrast between text and background
• Add meaningful alt text to every image
• Use ARIA labels for interactive elements
• Avoid font sizes below 16px

♿ Accessibility boosts SEO and makes your site usable for everyone. It also helps your site comply with international standards, such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

Final Thoughts

Avoiding these Elementor Template Kit mistakes can save you hours of frustration and help you build a site that’s fast, flexible, and future-proof. Whether you’re creating a blog, online store, or portfolio, making a few smart decisions upfront can make all the difference. The good news? Most of these fixes are straightforward to apply, especially when you follow a clear checklist or work with the right partner.

Read More in This Series

• How to Choose the Right Elementor Template Kit
• Elementor Template Kits: The Ultimate Guide to Building WordPress Websites
• Best Add-ons to Enhance Elementor Template Kits

Key Takeaways

✅ Don’t just pick a pretty kit — pick the right one for your goals
✅ Test before launch: speed, mobile, browser compatibility
✅ Set up backups, update often, and follow accessibility best practices

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If you’ve just gone through the list and are wondering, “Okay, now what?”, this section is for you. These quick answers address some of the most common Elementor Template Kit questions we receive, from selecting kits to troubleshooting imports and optimizing SEO.