Updating WordPress Plugins Manually
Updating WordPress plugins manually via the dashboard is a straightforward process. Here are the steps to follow:
Access Your WordPress Dashboard: Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.
Navigate to Installed Plugins: In the left-hand menu, click on "Plugins," and then select "Installed Plugins."
Check for Updates: You will see a list of all the plugins installed on your website. Look for the plugin you want to update. If there's an available update, it will be indicated next to the plugin name, showing the version number.
Update the Plugin: To update the plugin, simply click on the "Update Now" link below the plugin name. WordPress will automatically download and install the latest version of the plugin for you.
Verify the Update: After the update is complete, you should see the new version number next to the plugin. This confirms that the plugin has been successfully updated.
Test Your Website: It's a good practice to test your website to ensure that the updated plugin hasn't caused any compatibility issues or conflicts with other plugins or themes.
By following these steps, you can easily update your WordPress plugins manually via the dashboard. Regularly updating your plugins is essential for security, performance, and staying up-to-date with the latest features and improvements.
Updating plugins is a part of the maintenance agreement. We update the plugins on the site on a monthly cadence. Many plugin developers release updates to their plugins weekly, so you're going to see updates available on the site between us updating them.