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[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.

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