Before You Update Wordpress

WordPress 4.0 benny

This time big changes were made, and some I actually like.

WordPress will often put out updates for many reasons. Security, Added features, functionality, and design. Sometimes, it is possible that updates can wipe out information that we had stored.

A fair warning is provided before you update your version of WordPress. You should see this:

Backing Up Your Site is Easy

After hearing about scares from others members I thought it would be important to write this for everyone. In case you miss this message, or think it's difficult to back up.

I have a folder created just for my website backup files.

2 Quick Steps

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First: Click on Tools within your dashboard then click "Export"

Second: Make sure you select "All Content", Then click "Download Export File"

Depending on your browser, you will get either a popup or a notice on the bottom left side of your browser window. You can view your file here and save it where you wish.

***Note***

Those who have customized css, make sure you go to appearance -> Editor -> and save your complete custom.css file or childtheme in a word document.

(I don't need to show you where to go for that - If I do, then you shouldn't be at it)

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Super easy, and HIGHLY Recommended
If you're not backing up your website, you are always at risk of losing your information. Whether that from updates or hackers. Do this regularly!