Elementor Template Kits: How to Build a Full Website in Hours

Template kits are collections of pre-designed pages and sections that allow you to build a complete website in hours rather than days. Elementor's template system includes both individual page templates and full website kits that cover every page type a website needs—from the homepage and about page to the blog and contact page. In this guide, we explain how to use Elementor template kits effectively, where to find them, and how to customize them for your project.

What Are Elementor Template Kits?

An Elementor template kit is a set of coordinated page templates designed to work together as a complete website. Unlike individual templates that may have inconsistent styling, a kit ensures that colors, typography, spacing, and design elements are consistent across all pages.

A typical template kit includes:

Where to Find Template Kits

Elementor's Built-in Library

Elementor Pro includes access to a library of 100+ full website kits and 300+ individual page templates. These are available directly within the Elementor editor:

1. Open the Elementor editor on any page
2. Click the folder icon (Template Library) in the editor toolbar
3. Navigate to the "Kits" tab to see full website kits
4. Preview any kit and apply it with one click

Kit categories include business, creative agency, portfolio, restaurant, fitness, real estate, medical, education, and technology—covering most common website types. For related information, see our guide on Elementor vs Gutenberg: Which WordPress Editor Sho.

Third-Party Template Marketplaces

Beyond Elementor's built-in library, several sources offer additional template kits:

• ThemeForest / Envato Elements: Hundreds of Elementor template kits in various niches
• Starter Template plugins: Themes like Astra offer their own Elementor template library
• Elementor addon plugins: Essential Addons and Happy Addons include additional templates
• TemplateMonster: Premium Elementor kits for specific industries

How to Apply a Template Kit

Method 1: Full Kit Import (Recommended)

1. Navigate to Templates → Kit Library in the WordPress admin (Elementor Pro)
2. Browse or search for a kit that matches your project
3. Click "View Demo" to preview all pages in the kit
4. Click "Apply Kit" to import all templates
5. Select which templates to import (you can skip pages you do not need)
6. The kit imports pages, headers, footers, popups, and global styles

The import process typically takes 1-3 minutes depending on the kit size and your server speed. After import, all pages appear as drafts in your WordPress pages list, ready for customization.

Method 2: Individual Template Import

If you only need specific pages from a kit:

1. Open the Elementor editor on any page
2. Click the template library icon
3. Search for the specific page type you need (e.g., "about page")
4. Insert the template into your current page

Method 3: Import from JSON File

For templates downloaded from third-party sources:

1. Go to Templates → Saved Templates in WordPress admin
2. Click "Import Templates"
3. Upload the JSON file(s)
4. The templates appear in your saved templates library

Customizing Template Kits

Step 1: Set Global Colors and Fonts

Before editing individual pages, configure your brand's global design settings:

1. Open the Elementor editor → click the hamburger menu (top left) → Site Settings
2. Global Colors: Set your primary, secondary, text, and accent colors. Most kits use the global color system, so changing these colors updates all pages simultaneously
3. Global Fonts: Set your primary (headings) and secondary (body text) font families
4. Save your global settings

This single step transforms the entire kit to match your brand identity without editing each page individually.

Step 2: Replace Placeholder Content

Template kits use placeholder content (Lorem Ipsum, stock images, dummy phone numbers). Systematically replace:

• Logo: Update in the header template (applies site-wide)
• Text content: Replace placeholder text with your actual copy
• Images: Replace stock photos with your own (maintain similar aspect ratios for consistent layouts)
• Contact information: Update phone, email, address, and social media links
• Links: Update navigation menu links and internal page links

Step 3: Adjust Layout for Your Needs

Most templates will need some layout adjustments:

• Remove unnecessary sections: Delete sections that do not apply to your business
• Reorder sections: Drag sections up or down to match your content priority
• Add new sections: Insert additional content blocks where needed
• Adjust responsive settings: Check tablet and mobile previews and adjust spacing, font sizes, and element visibility

Tips for Working with Template Kits

• Choose a kit close to your final design. It is faster to modify a similar template than to heavily customize one that is far from your vision
• Import the full kit first, then delete what you do not need. This ensures global styles and linked elements work correctly
• Use the theme's design system. If your theme (like Astra or GeneratePress) has its own design tokens, make sure the kit's global colors align with the theme's settings
• Test on all devices. Template kits are designed for desktop first. Always verify the mobile and tablet experience before publishing
• Save customized sections as templates. After customizing a section you might reuse (testimonials, CTA block, pricing table), save it to your template library for other pages

Template Kit Performance

Template kits can introduce performance overhead if they include heavy animations, multiple video embeds, or oversized images. For optimized page speed:

• Remove animations that do not serve a clear purpose
• Replace embedded videos with thumbnail images that load the video on click
• Compress and resize images to appropriate dimensions
• Use Elementor's performance features (Improved Asset Loading, Lazy Load for background images)
• Test with Google PageSpeed Insights after customization

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Elementor template kits free?

Elementor includes some free templates, but full website kits require Elementor Pro. Third-party kits from marketplaces like Envato Elements typically require a subscription or one-time purchase. Elementor Pro at PluginTheme.net provides access to the full kit library.

Can I use a template kit on multiple websites?

Yes, if your Elementor Pro license allows multiple sites. Template kits can be exported from one site and imported into another. Under GPL licensing, there are no restrictions on how many sites you use the templates on.

Do template kits work with any WordPress theme?

Template kits work with any theme that is compatible with Elementor. However, themes like Astra, GeneratePress, and Hello Elementor provide the cleanest canvas because they do not inject their own styling into Elementor content. Using a heavily styled theme with a template kit can cause visual conflicts.

How do I update a template kit after applying it?

Template kits create regular WordPress pages. Once imported, pages are independent of the kit—updating the kit does not affect your customized pages. If Elementor releases an updated version of a kit, you can import the new version alongside your existing pages and manually adopt changes you want.

Can I mix templates from different kits?

Technically yes, but it is not recommended. Different kits use different color schemes, typography, and spacing values. Mixing them creates visual inconsistency. If you need a page type not included in your kit, either design it from scratch using your kit's global styles, or import the new template and manually adjust its styling to match.

What is the difference between a template kit and a starter template?

A starter template is typically a single page design (homepage, landing page) that you import and customize. A template kit is a complete set of coordinated pages, headers, footers, and popups designed to work together as a full website. Kits provide consistency; individual templates offer flexibility for specific pages.