As part of our ongoing efforts to keep our users informed, we’re announcing the retirement of ArcGIS Web AppBuilder and providing details and timelines for the transition. While your existing ArcGIS Web AppBuilder apps will remain functional, we encourage migrating to ArcGIS Experience Builder to leverage new capabilities and stay aligned with evolving browser technologies.

Here’s what you need to know:

Developer edition retirement

The developer edition of ArcGIS Web AppBuiledr will retire in July 2024, aligning with the retirement of ArcGIS API for JavaScript version 3.x

ArcGIS Web AppBuilder in ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Web AppBuilder within ArcGIS Enterprise will be supported until the first half of 2025, after which it will be retired and no longer included in new versions of ArcGIS Enterprise. Existing versions of ArcGIS Enterprise will continue to be supported accoeding to product lifecycle.

ArcGIS Web AppBuilder in ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Web AppBuilder in ArcGIS Online will retire in the fourth quarter of 2025. ArcGIS Web AppBuilder, introduced in 2014, has facilitated the creation of numerous web apps for enterprise organizations and the public. Leveraging Esri’s ArcGIS API for JavaScript (3.x), its retirement aligns with the sunsetting of this underlying technology. As ArcGIS Web AppBuilder retires, so too will its presence in ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, and the ArcGIS Developer subscription.

ArcGIS Experience Builder, built on Esri’s latest web mapping technology, the ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript, offers enhanced performance and a comprehensive suite of features. It encompasses capabilities beyond ArcGIS Web AppBuilder, including mobile optimization, integrated 2D and 3D functionality, flexible design options, streamlined workflows, and integration with other ArcGIS applications. With ArcGIS Experience Builder now incorporating most of ArcGIS Web AppBuilder’s functionality, we recommend migrating your apps to Experience Builder to ensure compatibility with evolving browser environments.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions:

Q: Will my apps continue to work after retirement?

A: Yes, but without further enhancements or bug fixes. Updates to browsers may introduce functional or security issues that Esri will not address. Technical support will also cease.

Mitigation strategies

To mitigate the impact of this retirement, consider migrating your ArcGIS Web AppBuilder apps to ArcGIS Experience Builder. Resources are available, including migration videos and best practices for rebuilding custom widgets and themes. Some widgets may not be directly transferrable, while others are now standard features in ArcGIS Experience Builder. Additionally, you can explore migrating to other ArcGIS apps such as Instant Apps, Dashboards, and StoryMaps.

Additional queries

Q: Can I add custom widgets to ArcGIS Enterprise?

A: Starting with ArcGIS Enterprise 11.0, you can add Experience Builder custom widgets. We recommend migrating your existing ArcGIS Web AppBuilder widgets to ArcGIS Experience Builder.

Q: Can I still download the developer edition after retirement?

A: Yes, existing versions will be available on the ArcGIS Developers website, though marked as retired technology.

Migration resources

ArcGIS Experience Builder offers a modern approach to building web apps and pages. While migration involves reconfiguration or rewriting, we’re committed to supporting your transition. Explore our retirement plan and available resources to guide your migration strategy.

Disclaimer: This Article was first written by Jianxia Song and Eva Moyer View full story here