The next step is to get the new WordPress core files to replace the ones you just deleted. Step 4: Get the newest version of WordPress Also delete index.php, license.txt, and readme.html. DO NOT delete any other folders, especially “wp-content”.ĭO delete all individual files that start with “wp-” EXCEPT “wp-config.php”. The former contains custom connection information from your blog files to your database, and the latter holds all your uploaded images.Īlso, don’t delete any other folders or files that you have put into the WordPress installation folder that are not WordPress files or folders.ĭO delete only two folders - “wp-admin” and “wp-includes”. The file is called “ wp-config.php” and the folder is called “wp-content“. This is almost always all of the files in your site’s installation folder EXCEPT for one special file and one whole folder. Using your FTP program/File Manager application, navigate to the folder where WordPress is installed and select the correct files to delete. (A core file is everything WordPress uses to run itelf, except theme, plugin, and uploaded files.) The next step is to use an FTP program or your host’s File Manager application to delete most of your old WordPress core files. And, since you backed up, you can always recover if you make a mistake. This next section may seem scary or confusing, but if you read it through carefullyit’s actually pretty easy. This will deactivate all of your currently running plugins, making your upgrade process easier. Next, set the ‘bulk actions’ dropdown to “deactivate” and click apply. Then, click on the “Active” link near the top of the page to view just your active plugins. To do this, just go to “Plugins” => “Installed” in your WP Admin area. Step 2: Deactivate your PluginsĪfter you’ve backed up your blog, you’re next going to deactivate any active plugins you’re using.
Backing up your site means making a copy of your site files AND backing up your database. If you have a good backup, then you’re safe even if you totally mess things up.
It is also without a doubt the most important step. The first step in manually upgrading your site is to make a complete backup first. When you contact them, let them know we sent you. If you don’t feel comfortable doing the following steps on your own, and would rather just have someone else do the upgrade for you, we recommend contacting a company called NetCrafted. A manual upgrade may be necessary if the automatic upgrade option described above doesn’t work for you. This section of the guide explains how to do a manual upgrade of WordPress.
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