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Local Sync

How does it work?

Local Sync lets you safely move a WordPress website between your local environment and a live server. The transfer will be done in a few clicks and there’s no need for port forwarding. 

Before syncing, make sure you have the latest Worker plugin (version 4.6.2 or higher) installed on both sites. You can download the newest version of the plugin here.

New to ManageWP? Here’s how to get started!

  • How to enable Local Sync

    Local Sync is enabled by default while the tool is in beta. 

  • Copy your local website to a live website

    1. In your dashboard, go to the live website where you want to copy your local website. 
    2. On the left menu, click Local Sync. 
    3. Enter your local URL.
    4. Click the option to copy your local website to the live environment. 
    5. The sync will open a new browser window. Make sure this window stays open until the sync is complete.

  • Copy your live website to a local website 

    1. In your dashboard, go to the live website that you want to copy to the local environment. 
    2. On the left menu, click Local Sync. 
    3. Enter your local URL.
    4. Click the option to copy your live website to the local environment.
    5. The sync will open a new browser window. Make sure this window stays open until the sync is complete.

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