How to Update a WordPress Plugin

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Step 1: Login to WordPress as Administrator

Hopefully, you’re already well-versed in logging into your WordPress site as an administrator!

Step 2: Access Updates

If there is an update for a plugin or a theme, then you’ll likely have a number in the top bar and next to Updates as shown below (the number 5). Click on Updates!

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Step 3: Select All the Plugins

Check the box for Select All:

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Step 4: Update the Plugins

Click on Update Plugins:

How To Update a WordPress Plugin

And at the end of the update process you should receive something similar to, All updates have been completed.

How To Update a WordPress Plugin

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