A step-by-step guide and best practices for updating plugins on mcccdf.org
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Download a Copy of Database
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Before upgrading plugins, it is recommended to download a copy of the site's most recent database backup. |
In the Wordpress dashboard, click on Tools > Backups.
You should see a list of recent database backups. Download the most recent one by clicking Download under the Actions column.
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Perform Updates on Stage
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As a best practice, it is recommended to perform plugin updates on the stage site first: |
Update them one by one with verifying a successful update for each.
Once you've successfully updated/tested the plugin updates on stage, then update them one by one on the live site.
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How to Update Plugins
In the Wordpress dashboard, click on Plugins on the sidebar.
You should see an Update Available option to sort plugins only by those that have an update available.
Below each individual plugin, you will see an Update Now option.
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