How to Update Your WordPress Plugins

Learn the step-by-step process of updating your plugins for improved functionality and security on your website.

 

Main Steps Covered

  1. Accessing the Dashboard: Begin on the backend of the website's dashboard.
  2. Navigating to Plugins: Go to the "Plugins" section and click "Updates Available" to see which plugins need updates.
  3. Updating Plugins:
    • Update plugins one at a time by clicking the "Update Now" button.
    • This approach minimizes risks in case an update causes issues or fails.
  4. Verifying Functionality:
    • After updates, check the homepage and key pages (e.g., Contact and Neighborhoods) to ensure the website is functioning properly.
    • Look for any broken features, missing photos, or errors.

 

Tools/Features Demonstrated

  1. Plugins Section: Identifying and managing updates for website plugins.
  2. Website Verification: Checking website pages post-update to confirm smooth functionality.

 

Key Tips and Recommendations

  1. Update Frequency: Update plugins at least once or twice a month to enhance security and benefit from new features.
  2. Error Handling: If errors occur during updates, contact support at support@idxcentral.com.
  3. Post-Update Checks: Always verify website functionality after plugin updates to ensure no disruptions.

 

Additional Offer

  1. Professional Care Plan:
    1. Upgrade for $25/month to delegate plugin updates to IDXCentral.
    2. Includes 30 minutes of free changes per month, database optimization, uptime monitoring, and spam/revision cleanup.
    3. For inquiries or to upgrade, contact support@idxcentral.com.