Migration Guide

Export Bolt.new to Cursor
Without Breaking Everything

Stop fighting Bolt's limitations. Move your code to a real IDE, keep your auth working, and deploy anywhere you want.

What You'll Keep:
All your code, Supabase auth, database connections, Stripe integration, and deployment pipeline. Nothing lost in translation.

Start Migration Guide Get Expert Help ($299)

Complete migration in under 2 hours • No token waste • Full code ownership

The Upgrade Path

1. Export from Bolt.new
↓
2. Setup Cursor IDE
↓
3. Migrate auth & database
↓
4. Deploy anywhere
✓

Full control achieved

Step-by-Step Migration

From Bolt.new to Cursor in 6 Steps

Follow this exact sequence to avoid breaking your auth, losing your database, or corrupting your deployment.

1

Export Your Code from Bolt.new

The Process:

  • Push your current project to GitHub from Bolt's interface
  • Verify all files are committed (check for uncommitted changes)
  • Note your current Node.js version in the Bolt terminal
  • Export your environment variables list (screenshot the Variables panel)

Warning: Don't skip the env variables screenshot. Bolt doesn't export these automatically.

2

Install Cursor IDE

Setup:

  • Download Cursor from cursor.com
  • Install the same Node.js version Bolt was using (check with node -v)
  • Install required extensions: ESLint, Prettier, your framework's extension (React/Vue/Svelte)
  • Clone your GitHub repository locally

Pro Tip: Use nvm to match Bolt's exact Node version. Version mismatches cause 70% of migration issues.

3

Reconstruct Environment Variables

Critical Step:

  • Create a .env.local file in your project root
  • Copy all variables from your Bolt screenshot
  • Verify Supabase URL and anon key are correct
  • Add any Stripe, OpenAI, or other API keys
  • Never commit this file to GitHub

Critical: Missing or incorrect env variables cause most "it works in Bolt but not locally" issues.

4

Test Local Development

Validation:

  • Run npm install to install dependencies
  • Start dev server with npm run dev
  • Test Supabase auth flow (sign up, sign in, sign out)
  • Verify database queries work correctly
  • Check that protected routes require authentication

Success Indicator: If auth and database work locally, the migration is 90% complete.

5

Update Supabase Auth Callback URLs

Database Configuration:

  • Go to Supabase Dashboard → Authentication → URL Configuration
  • Update Site URL to your local dev URL (usually http://localhost:5173)
  • Add localhost to Redirect URLs whitelist
  • If deploying to custom domain, add that too
  • Update CORS origins if using Supabase Edge Functions

Common Mistake: Forgetting to update callback URLs causes "auth works locally but fails after deploy" issues.

6

Deploy to Production

Go Live:

  • Choose your platform: Vercel, Netlify, or self-hosted
  • Connect your GitHub repository
  • Add environment variables in the deployment dashboard
  • Configure build settings (usually npm run build)
  • Set production callback URLs in Supabase
  • Test the deployed version thoroughly

You're Done! You now own your code completely and can develop locally with Cursor's superior AI.

Get Migration Help ($299 Audit)

Stuck on a specific step? Get expert guidance and avoid breaking your app.

Comparison

Bolt.new vs Cursor: What Changes?

Bolt.new

  • Browser-based editing
  • Token-based usage
  • Limited control over AI
  • Restricted to their environment
  • Auto-deploy to Bolt's hosting
  • No local development

Cursor IDE

  • Local desktop application
  • Flat subscription pricing
  • Full AI control & context
  • Complete code ownership
  • Deploy anywhere (Vercel, Netlify, etc.)
  • Full local development workflow

Common Migration Issues & Fixes

"Auth works in Bolt but not in Cursor"

Cause: Missing or incorrect environment variables, especially Supabase keys.

Fix: Double-check your .env.local file matches exactly what was in Bolt's Variables panel.

"Dependencies won't install"

Cause: Node.js version mismatch between Bolt and your local machine.

Fix: Use nvm to install the exact Node version Bolt was using (check with node -v in Bolt terminal).

"Database queries fail after migration"

Cause: RLS policies or CORS settings blocking local development.

Fix: Add localhost to Supabase CORS origins and verify RLS policies allow your connection.

"Deployment fails with build errors"

Cause: Missing build configuration or environment variables in deployment platform.

Fix: Add all env vars to Vercel/Netlify dashboard. Verify build command matches your package.json scripts.

Need Help With Your Migration?

Some migrations are more complex than others. If you're dealing with custom integrations, complex auth flows, or large codebases, expert help can save you days of frustration.

Book $299 Migration Audit Get Free Rescue Manual

What's Included: Complete migration plan, auth preservation strategy, deployment setup, and 48-hour support.