{"id":9603,"date":"2023-03-14T04:32:43","date_gmt":"2023-03-14T04:32:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/?p=9603"},"modified":"2023-03-14T04:32:43","modified_gmt":"2023-03-14T04:32:43","slug":"are-you-tired-of-a-static-wordpress-site-heres-the-ultimate-guide-to-update-your-website-like-a-pro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/are-you-tired-of-a-static-wordpress-site-heres-the-ultimate-guide-to-update-your-website-like-a-pro\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;Are You Tired of a Static WordPress Site? 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With over 30% of the websites on the internet powered by this platform, it is no wonder that it is highly customizable and user-friendly, suitable for beginners and experts alike.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_update_your_WordPress_website_5_simple_steps\"><\/span>How to update your WordPress website: 5 simple steps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_a_Backup_of_Your_Website\"><\/span>Create a Backup of Your Website<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before updating your website, make sure to create a backup. By having a copy of your website, you can be secure in case something goes wrong during the update process. You can create a backup by using backup plugins like UpdraftPlus or BackupBuddy, or using cPanel.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_Your_Plugins\"><\/span>Update Your Plugins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Plugins are essential to add extra functionality to your website. Regular plugin updates will ensure that they work securely and reliably. To update your plugins, go to the plugins section in your WordPress dashboard and click on &#8220;Update Now&#8221; next to the plugins that need updating. Alternatively, you can select all of them and hit the &#8220;Update&#8221; button. For automatic updates, choose the &#8220;Auto-update&#8221; option.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_Your_WordPress_Theme\"><\/span>Update Your WordPress Theme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Your WordPress theme gives your website its unique look and feel. To update your theme, go to the Appearance section in your WordPress dashboard, select the theme that needs updating, and click on &#8220;Update Now.&#8221; If you&#8217;re using a custom theme, download the new version from the developer&#8217;s website and upload it to your WordPress website.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Update_WordPress_Core\"><\/span>Update WordPress Core<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>WordPress Core updates fix any bugs and vulnerabilities found in the system, keeping your website updated and secure. Check if there is an update available under the Dashboard section in your WordPress, and if there is, click on &#8220;Update Now.&#8221; You can also enable automatic updates under the Updates section in Settings.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Test_Your_Website\"><\/span>Test Your Website<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>After updating your website, make sure to test it by checking all pages, form submissions, contact pages, and links. This will ensure that your website is fully functional, secure, and ready for visitors.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Updating your WordPress website is essential. By following these five simple steps, you can ensure that your website is up-to-date, secure, and running smoothly. Always create a backup, update your plugins, theme, and WordPress core, and test your website after the update. 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