WordPress Tools

[wp101 video=”wp-tools”]

In this video, the instructor walks through some of the built-in WordPress tools that help you manage content, perform imports/exports, monitor site health, and comply with privacy regulations.

1. Categories & Tags Converter

• Converts categories into tags or tags into categories.
• Access via the Tools menu → installs a small plugin called the converter.
• Run the importer to restructure how your content is organized.

2. Importing Content

• WordPress supports importing from other platforms, including:
  • Blogger
  • LiveJournal
  • Movable Type/Typepad
  • Tumblr
  • RSS feeds
  • Another WordPress installation
• To use:
  1. Install the appropriate import tool.
  2. Follow instructions to bring content into your site.

3. Exporting Content

• Export to an XML file for backups or migration.
• Options:
  • Export everything (posts, pages, comments, custom fields, categories, tags).
  • Or limit by posts, pages, authors, categories, date range, or status.
  • Can also export media files only.
• Great for content backup or migration, but does not include theme files or plugins.
• For complete backups, use a third-party backup plugin.

4. Site Health Check

• Shows critical information about your WordPress site.
• Provides recommendations (e.g., remove inactive plugins/themes to reduce security risks).
• Includes detailed site configuration info, useful when working with developers or support teams.
• You can copy all site details or view by category.

5. Privacy & Data Management Tools

• Helps you comply with GDPR and other privacy laws.
• Export personal data:
  • Enter a username or email to send a verification request.
  • After verification, the user can download their personal data.
• Erase personal data:
  • Same process, but once confirmed, all personal data is deleted from your site.

Key Takeaway:

WordPress provides a set of powerful built-in tools for content migration, backups, site health monitoring, and privacy compliance. While export/import tools handle content, you’ll likely need additional plugins for full backups and advanced site security.