{"id":308854,"date":"2024-07-24T16:32:36","date_gmt":"2024-07-24T11:32:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/?p=308854"},"modified":"2026-10-05T12:33:53","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T07:33:53","slug":"how-to-clone-a-wordpress-site","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/how-to-clone-a-wordpress-site\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Clone a WordPress Site in 2026 (Step-by-Step Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>To clone a WordPress site, use a plugin like Duplicator to package the site and run its installer on the new location, or copy the files over FTP and export and import the database by hand.<\/strong> The plugin method takes about six steps; the manual method takes seven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Developers, designers, and site owners clone WordPress sites to test updates, migrate to a new host, or create backups.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2><strong>How to Clone a WordPress Site (TOC):<\/strong><\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-what-is-wordpress-site-cloning\" data-level=\"2\">What is WordPress Site Cloning?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-are-the-main-reasons-for-cloning-a-wordpress-site\" data-level=\"2\">What are the Main Reasons for Cloning a WordPress Site?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-3-requirements-to-clone-wordpress-site\" data-level=\"2\">3 Requirements to Clone a WordPress Site<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-1-a-backup-nbsp\" data-level=\"3\">1. A Backup&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-2-access-to-the-site-you-want-to-clone\" data-level=\"3\">2. Access to the site you want to clone<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-3-access-to-the-server\" data-level=\"3\">3. Access to the Server<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-clone-a-wordpress-site-with-duplicator\" data-level=\"2\">How to Clone A WordPress Site with Duplicator<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-step-1-activate-and-install-duplicator\" data-level=\"3\">Step 1. Install and Activate Duplicator<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-2-create-a-duplicator-package\" data-level=\"3\">Step 2. Create a Duplicator Package<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-3-download-installer-and-archive-files\" data-level=\"3\">Step 3. Download Installer and Archive Files<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-4-upload-downloaded-files-to-new-location\" data-level=\"3\">Step 4. Upload Downloaded Files to New Location<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-5-create-a-new-wordpress-database-nbsp\" data-level=\"3\">Step 5: Create a New WordPress Database&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-6-run-the-wordpress-site-importer-script\" data-level=\"3\">Step 6. Run the WordPress Site Importer Script<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-how-to-clone-a-wordpress-site-manually\" data-level=\"2\">How to Clone A WordPress Site Manually<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-step-1-connect-your-site-to-a-file-transfer-protocol-ftp-client\" data-level=\"3\">Step 1: Connect your Site to a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Client<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-2-download-your-root-directory-folder\" data-level=\"3\">Step 2: Download your Root Directory Folder<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-3-upload-root-directory-to-the-new-server\" data-level=\"3\">Step 3: Upload Root Directory to the New Server<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-4-export-the-site-s-database\" data-level=\"3\">Step 4: Export the Site\u2019s Database<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-5-set-up-the-cloned-database\" data-level=\"3\">Step 5: Set Up the Cloned Database<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-6-import-the-database\" data-level=\"3\">Step 6: Import the Database<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-step-7-update-the-wp-config-php-file-optional\" data-level=\"3\">Step 7: Update the wp\u2011config.php File (Optional)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-what-s-next-after-cloning-your-wordpress-site\" data-level=\"2\">What&#8217;s Next After Cloning Your WordPress Site?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-which-wordpress-cloning-method-is-best-for-you\" data-level=\"2\">Which WordPress Cloning Method is Best for You?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-wordpress-cloning-faqs\" data-level=\"2\">WordPress Cloning FAQs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-clone-a-wordpress-site-final-words\" data-level=\"2\">Clone a WordPress Site: Final Words<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how the two WordPress cloning methods compare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><\/th><th>Plugin (Duplicator)<\/th><th>Manual (FTP and database)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Steps<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Skill needed<\/td><td>Beginner<\/td><td>Technical<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tools<\/td><td>Duplicator plugin<\/td><td>FTP client and phpMyAdmin<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Risk of errors<\/td><td>Lower<\/td><td>Higher<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best for<\/td><td>Most site owners<\/td><td>Developers who want full control<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-wordpress-site-cloning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is WordPress Site Cloning?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WordPress site cloning is creating an exact copy of an existing WordPress site. This process involves replicating all the existing data, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Databases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Themes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plugins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Configurations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The copy of the WordPress site can be stored on third-party platforms, such as Dropbox, Google Drive, FTP, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See the image below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/storage-1024x512.png\" alt=\"storage\" class=\"wp-image-308857\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/storage-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/storage-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/storage-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/storage-1536x768.png 1536w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/storage-800x400.png 800w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/storage.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cloning a WordPress site is important for protecting it against accidental data loss. It helps you quickly undo a change or a human error.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-are-the-main-reasons-for-cloning-a-wordpress-site\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What are the Main Reasons for Cloning a WordPress Site?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main reasons to clone a WordPress site are backups, safe testing, migration, redesigns and troubleshooting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Backup and Recovery:<\/strong> Cloning helps you keep a copy of the site. You can use this copy to restore your site to any previous state if needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Testing and Development: <\/strong>Cloning gives you the opportunity to test new plugins, themes, and updates without affecting the live site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Website Migration:<\/strong> Cloning makes it simpler to change the site\u2019s domain name without data loss.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Redesign and Revamp:<\/strong> You can quickly test design variations to see which performs better for your site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Troubleshooting: <\/strong>Cloning lets you troubleshoot issues without affecting the live site.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cloning a WordPress site lets you change, test, and migrate your site securely. It also minimizes risk and downtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-3-requirements-to-clone-wordpress-site\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3 Requirements to Clone a WordPress Site<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-a-backup-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. A Backup&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are multiple risks involved in cloning a WordPress site, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Loss of Data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Downtime<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Configuration issues due to server differences.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To avoid any mishaps, you must create a backup of your site that includes all core files, databases, themes, and plugins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this, you need a WordPress backup plugin like <a href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/go\/updraftplus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">UpdraftPlus<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"918\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/updraftplus.png\" alt=\"updraftplus\" class=\"wp-image-308860\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/updraftplus.png 918w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/updraftplus-300x136.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/updraftplus-768x348.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 918px) 100vw, 918px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With this plugin, you can back up your database, uploads, plugins, themes, etc., with just a few clicks. However, you have to do it manually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UpdraftPlus can save backups to secure remote locations, including Dropbox, Google Drive, Amazon S3, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-access-to-the-site-you-want-to-clone\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Access to the site you want to clone<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to clone a WordPress site, you must have access to the back end.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you start, ensure you have the WordPress site&#8217;s login credentials, i.e., Username or Email Address and Password, to access the admin dashboard.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re not the administrator of the WordPress site, you&#8217;ll need all the necessary permissions to make changes to the site.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-access-to-the-server\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Access to the Server<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You also require complete control over the destination server where you will set up your cloned WordPress site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This access lets you create a copy of your current server with all its applications. The cloned server will have a different IP address, which keeps it isolated from the current server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-clone-a-wordpress-site-with-duplicator\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Clone A WordPress Site with Duplicator<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clone a WordPress site with Duplicator in six steps: install the plugin, create a package, download the files, upload them, create a database and run the installer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Multiple WordPress cloning plugins, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/go\/duplicator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Duplicator<\/a>, are available for free in the WordPress plugins repository. These plugins help you clone a site quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"921\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator.png\" alt=\"duplicator\" class=\"wp-image-308861\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator.png 921w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-300x139.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-768x355.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 921px) 100vw, 921px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Duplicator is one of the best WordPress migration plugins. It lets you clone a website, create backups, and migrate a WordPress site from one host to another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how to clone your site with Duplicator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-1-activate-and-install-duplicator\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 1. Install and Activate Duplicator<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, install and activate the Duplicator plugin on your WordPress site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To do this, go to the left sidebar of the WordPress admin dashboard, navigate to <strong>Plugins,<\/strong> and click the<strong> Add New Plugin <\/strong>option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"601\" height=\"485\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-new-plugin.png\" alt=\"Add new plugin option\" class=\"wp-image-308862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-new-plugin.png 601w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-new-plugin-300x242.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 601px) 100vw, 601px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the next screen, search for the plugin in the search bar, find the plugin in the results, click the <strong>Install Now button<\/strong>, and then the<strong> Activate<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"883\" height=\"820\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Install-Now-button.png\" alt=\"Install Now button\" class=\"wp-image-308864\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Install-Now-button.png 883w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Install-Now-button-300x279.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Install-Now-button-768x713.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 883px) 100vw, 883px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-2-create-a-duplicator-package\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 2. Create a Duplicator Package<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, navigate to the<strong> Duplicator option<\/strong> from the left sidebar menu and select the <strong>Packages <\/strong>option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/upgrade-to-pro.png\" alt=\"upgrade to pro\" class=\"wp-image-308865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/upgrade-to-pro.png 600w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/upgrade-to-pro-300x160.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the next screen, click the <strong>Create New<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"918\" height=\"522\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-new.png\" alt=\"create new\" class=\"wp-image-308855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-new.png 918w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-new-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-new-768x437.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 918px) 100vw, 918px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, add a <strong>Name<\/strong> for your clone site and click the <strong>Next<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"910\" height=\"493\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-new-clone-screen.png\" alt=\"duplicator new clone screen\" class=\"wp-image-308866\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-new-clone-screen.png 910w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-new-clone-screen-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-new-clone-screen-768x416.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 910px) 100vw, 910px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Duplicator will automatically scan your site for configuration and system notices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When done, click the <strong>Build<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"897\" height=\"824\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/build-button.png\" alt=\"build button\" class=\"wp-image-308867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/build-button.png 897w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/build-button-300x276.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/build-button-768x705.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 897px) 100vw, 897px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wait a few minutes while the package builds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"917\" height=\"503\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-building-package-screen.png\" alt=\"duplicator building package screen\" class=\"wp-image-308868\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-building-package-screen.png 917w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-building-package-screen-300x165.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-building-package-screen-768x421.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 917px) 100vw, 917px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-3-download-installer-and-archive-files\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 3. Download Installer and Archive Files<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, you\u2019ll need to download the Installer and Archive files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Installer: <\/strong>This file helps unpack the archive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Archive:<\/strong> This file contains a backup of your site.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"878\" height=\"789\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/download-both-files-button.png\" alt=\"download both files button\" class=\"wp-image-308869\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/download-both-files-button.png 878w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/download-both-files-button-300x270.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/download-both-files-button-768x690.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 878px) 100vw, 878px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-4-upload-downloaded-files-to-new-location\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 4. Upload Downloaded Files to New Location<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, you must upload the downloaded files to the new location. The new location depends on where you are moving your site, e.g., a hosting server or a local server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are using <a href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/go\/mamp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">MAMP<\/a> as your local server, your new location will be inside the <strong>\u2018\/Applications\/MAMP\/htdocs\/\u2019<\/strong> folder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"759\" height=\"223\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/htdocs.png\" alt=\"htdocs\" class=\"wp-image-308870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/htdocs.png 759w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/htdocs-300x88.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re planning to clone the site on any <a href=\"https:\/\/loginpress.pro\/best-wordpress-hosting-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\">WordPress hosting<\/a> platform, you\u2019ll need to create an empty site first. Afterward, you can upload the cloned files to it via the provider\u2019s file manager.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><em> Here, we\u2019ll show you how to upload cloned files to the <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/loginpress.pro\/go\/bluehost\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>Bluehost hosting provider<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To do this, log into your Bluehost account. Then, go to the left sidebar menu, navigate to <strong>Websites<\/strong>, and click the <strong>Add Site <\/strong>option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"753\" height=\"410\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-site.png\" alt=\"add site\" class=\"wp-image-308871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-site.png 753w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-site-300x163.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 753px) 100vw, 753px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, select the <strong>Other (empty environment)<\/strong> option and click the <strong>Continue<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"752\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/other-empty-environment-option.png\" alt=\"other empty environment option\" class=\"wp-image-308872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/other-empty-environment-option.png 752w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/other-empty-environment-option-300x138.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 752px) 100vw, 752px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, choose a site title and click the <strong>Continue <\/strong>button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"758\" height=\"238\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/continue-button.png\" alt=\"continue button\" class=\"wp-image-308873\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/continue-button.png 758w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/continue-button-300x94.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 758px) 100vw, 758px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the next screen, you can either connect your site with a domain name or use a temporary domain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After selection, click the <strong>Continue <\/strong>button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"403\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connect-a-domain-screen.png\" alt=\"connect a domain screen\" class=\"wp-image-308874\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connect-a-domain-screen.png 750w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/connect-a-domain-screen-300x161.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your empty site is ready!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, get back to the dashboard and click the <strong>Websites<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the next screen, you can see your newly created site. Simply click the <strong>Settings<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"754\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/settings-button.png\" alt=\"settings button\" class=\"wp-image-308875\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/settings-button.png 754w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/settings-button-300x152.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 754px) 100vw, 754px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the overview screen, click the <strong>File Manager <\/strong>button<strong> under the Quick Links<\/strong> section.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"743\" height=\"431\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/file-manage-button.png\" alt=\"file manage button\" class=\"wp-image-308876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/file-manage-button.png 743w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/file-manage-button-300x174.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 743px) 100vw, 743px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the <strong>File Manager <\/strong>screen, click the <strong>Upload <\/strong>button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"759\" height=\"362\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/upload-icon.png\" alt=\"upload icon\" class=\"wp-image-308877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/upload-icon.png 759w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/upload-icon-300x143.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, upload the downloaded files to the newly created empty site. When you&#8217;re done, click the<strong> Go Back to \u2026 <\/strong>link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"317\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/go-back-to.png\" alt=\"go back to\" class=\"wp-image-308878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/go-back-to.png 755w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/go-back-to-300x126.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, you can see <strong>Archive and Installer<\/strong> files inside the file manager.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><em> Remove any other files inside this directory to ensure a smooth installation.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"215\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/files.png\" alt=\"files\" class=\"wp-image-308879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/files.png 760w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/files-300x85.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-5-create-a-new-wordpress-database-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 5: Create a New WordPress Database&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, you\u2019re ready to create a new <strong>WordPress database<\/strong> for your cloned WordPress site.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this purpose, go back to your empty site\u2019s <strong>Settings<\/strong> tab like before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"754\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/settings-button-1.png\" alt=\"settings button\" class=\"wp-image-308880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/settings-button-1.png 754w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/settings-button-1-300x152.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 754px) 100vw, 754px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the next screen, select the <strong>MySQL Databases<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"749\" height=\"314\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mysql.png\" alt=\"mysql\" class=\"wp-image-308881\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mysql.png 749w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mysql-300x126.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, type your <strong>new Database name<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"747\" height=\"298\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-database-button.png\" alt=\"create database button\" class=\"wp-image-308882\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-database-button.png 747w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-database-button-300x120.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 747px) 100vw, 747px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, it\u2019s time to add a new user to the <strong>MySQL database<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this purpose, go to the <strong>MySQL Users<\/strong> section. Here, provide a username and password and click the <strong>Create User<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"759\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mysql-users-1.png\" alt=\"mysql users\" class=\"wp-image-308884\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mysql-users-1.png 759w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/mysql-users-1-300x168.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the user is created, you need to add the user to the <strong>Database.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this purpose, click the <strong>Add User to a Database<\/strong> area and click the <strong>User<\/strong> dropdown menu. Here, select the user you just created.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><em> Remember the database name, username, and password. You\u2019ll need them for the next step.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When done, click the<strong> Add<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"754\" height=\"305\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-button.png\" alt=\"add button\" class=\"wp-image-308885\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-button.png 754w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-button-300x121.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 754px) 100vw, 754px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In case you are using a localhost, go to \u2018http:\/\/localhost\/phpmyadmin\/\u2019 or \u2018http:\/\/localhost:8080\/phpmyadmin\/\u2019.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It will take you to the phpMyAdmin screen. From here, navigate to the <strong>Menu<\/strong> and select the <strong>Database<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/databases.png\" alt=\"databases\" class=\"wp-image-308886\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/databases.png 760w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/databases-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, type in the name of the database. Then, click the <strong>Create<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"767\" height=\"240\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-button-for-database.png\" alt=\"create button for database\" class=\"wp-image-308887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-button-for-database.png 767w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-button-for-database-300x94.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 767px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-6-run-the-wordpress-site-importer-script\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 6. Run the WordPress Site Importer Script<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everything is almost set!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next step is to install and run the Duplicator installer script. This script will open up the archive file with a few clicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To do this, enter https:\/\/example.com\/installer.php in the web browser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Note: <\/em><\/strong><em>Don&#8217;t forget to replace <\/em><strong><em>\u2018example.com\u2019<\/em><\/strong><em> with your domain name.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, the Duplicator installer script is visible on the screen. First, it checks the backup and initial settings. If there are no errors, check the <strong><em>terms and notices<\/em><\/strong> box and click the <strong>Next<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"727\" height=\"328\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-step-screen.png\" alt=\"duplicator step screen\" class=\"wp-image-308893\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-step-screen.png 727w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-step-screen-300x135.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 727px) 100vw, 727px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, type in your WordPress database information, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Database Name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>User<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Password&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"734\" height=\"353\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/step-2.png\" alt=\"step 2\" class=\"wp-image-308894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/step-2.png 734w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/step-2-300x144.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 734px) 100vw, 734px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, you can click the <strong>Test Database<\/strong> button to see if all the information is accurate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When done, click the <strong>Next<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"192\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/next-button.png\" alt=\"next button\" class=\"wp-image-308895\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/next-button.png 740w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/next-button-300x78.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, Duplicator will update and configure files to match your new site&#8217;s values, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Title<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>URL<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Path<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"277\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-screen.png\" alt=\"duplicator screen\" class=\"wp-image-308896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-screen.png 740w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/duplicator-screen-300x112.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lastly, click the Admin Login button to finalize your installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"738\" height=\"189\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/admin-login-button.png\" alt=\"admin login button\" class=\"wp-image-308897\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/admin-login-button.png 738w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/admin-login-button-300x77.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Congratulations, you\u2019ve successfully cloned your site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-clone-a-wordpress-site-manually\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Clone A WordPress Site Manually<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clone a WordPress site manually in seven steps: connect over FTP, download the root folder, upload it, export the database, set up a new database, import it and update wp-config.php.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-1-connect-your-site-to-a-file-transfer-protocol-ftp-client\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 1: Connect your Site to a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Client<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll need an FTP client to clone your WordPress site manually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First off, you\u2019re required to connect your site to a file transfer protocol (FTP) client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-2-download-your-root-directory-folder\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 2: Download your Root Directory Folder<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After connecting to the FTP client, you have to locate and download your root directory folder.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This folder, usually labeled <em>public_html<\/em>, holds everything related to your site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"946\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/public-html-folder.png\" alt=\"public_html folder in the root directory\" class=\"wp-image-308898\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/public-html-folder.png 946w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/public-html-folder-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/public-html-folder-768x389.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 946px) 100vw, 946px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, select all the files inside the <em>public_html<\/em> folder, right-click on them, and click the <strong>Download<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"941\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/download-highlighted-folders.png\" alt=\"download highlighted folders\" class=\"wp-image-308899\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/download-highlighted-folders.png 941w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/download-highlighted-folders-300x114.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/download-highlighted-folders-768x292.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 941px) 100vw, 941px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-3-upload-root-directory-to-the-new-server\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 3: Upload Root Directory to the New Server<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After downloading a copy of your root directory, connect to your new server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When done, you need to locate the new site\u2019s root directory. This time, you need to delete all the files inside this folder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"942\" height=\"351\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/delete-selected-files.png\" alt=\"delete selected files\" class=\"wp-image-308900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/delete-selected-files.png 942w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/delete-selected-files-300x112.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/delete-selected-files-768x286.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 942px) 100vw, 942px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, upload the downloaded files into it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-4-export-the-site-s-database\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 4: Export the Site\u2019s Database<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your root folder doesn\u2019t include the WordPress database, so you need to export your old site\u2019s database.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this purpose, go to your <strong>phpMyAdmin <\/strong>and select the <strong>Export<\/strong> tab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"930\" height=\"421\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/export.png\" alt=\"export\" class=\"wp-image-308901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/export.png 930w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/export-300x136.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/export-768x348.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the next screen, choose your export method, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Quick \u2013 displays only the minimal options: <\/strong>It has only the minimal options for cloning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Custom \u2013 displays all possible options:<\/strong> It ensures the clone site has everything in your database.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"935\" height=\"486\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/export-method.png\" alt=\"export method\" class=\"wp-image-308902\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/export-method.png 935w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/export-method-300x156.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/export-method-768x399.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 935px) 100vw, 935px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, choose SQL format for your database export.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When done, click the <strong>Export <\/strong>button.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-5-set-up-the-cloned-database\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 5: Set Up the Cloned Database<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s time to set up your database for the cloned site.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this purpose, log into your hosting account and select your database settings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This will vary depending on your host. For example, if you&#8217;re using <a href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/go\/bluehost\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Bluehost<\/a>, go to <strong>Advanced,<\/strong> scroll down to the <strong>Databases<\/strong> section, and click the <strong>Manage<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"943\" height=\"522\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/databases-manage.png\" alt=\"databases manage\" class=\"wp-image-308903\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/databases-manage.png 943w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/databases-manage-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/databases-manage-768x425.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 943px) 100vw, 943px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your control panel screen will open up.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simply type in the new database name and click the <strong>Create Database<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"939\" height=\"301\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-database-1.png\" alt=\"create database\" class=\"wp-image-308906\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-database-1.png 939w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-database-1-300x96.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/create-database-1-768x246.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 939px) 100vw, 939px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, you need to create a new username and password.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When done, click the <strong>Create User <\/strong>button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"361\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-new-user-screen.png\" alt=\"add new user screen\" class=\"wp-image-308907\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-new-user-screen.png 940w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-new-user-screen-300x115.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-new-user-screen-768x295.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scroll down a bit and add the new user to the database.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"928\" height=\"259\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-user-to-database.png\" alt=\"add user to database\" class=\"wp-image-308908\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-user-to-database.png 928w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-user-to-database-300x84.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/add-user-to-database-768x214.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 928px) 100vw, 928px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-6-import-the-database\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 6: Import the Database<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, you must import your old database into the new one for your cloned WordPress site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To do this, go to the phpMyAdmin dashboard and select the <strong>Import <\/strong>tab at the top of the screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"924\" height=\"307\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/import.png\" alt=\"import\" class=\"wp-image-308909\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/import.png 924w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/import-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/import-768x255.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 924px) 100vw, 924px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the next screen, select the exported database file. Leave all the options as they are, select SQL as the format, and click the <strong>Import<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"933\" height=\"554\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/import-tab.png\" alt=\"import tab\" class=\"wp-image-308910\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/import-tab.png 933w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/import-tab-300x178.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/import-tab-768x456.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 933px) 100vw, 933px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Note: <\/em><\/strong><em>You can stop here if you aren\u2019t moving your domain to a new server. But if you want to move your domain to a new server, follow the last step as well.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-step-7-update-the-wp-config-php-file-optional\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Step 7: Update the wp\u2011config.php File (Optional)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since you are moving to a new server, you must update your <strong>wp-config.php file<\/strong> with the correct database details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For this purpose, you\u2019re required to access your cloned site\u2019s files via an FTP client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ll find the <strong><em>wp-config.php<\/em><\/strong> file inside the public_html root directory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"938\" height=\"462\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/wp-config-php.png\" alt=\"wp config php\" class=\"wp-image-308912\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/wp-config-php.png 938w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/wp-config-php-300x148.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/wp-config-php-768x378.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 938px) 100vw, 938px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, select the <strong><em>wp-config.php<\/em><\/strong> file, <em>right-click<\/em> it, and click the <strong>Download <\/strong>option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/wp-config-php-download-button-2.png\" alt=\"wp config php download button\" class=\"wp-image-308913\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/wp-config-php-download-button-2.png 944w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/wp-config-php-download-button-2-300x110.png 300w, https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/wp-config-php-download-button-2-768x282.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After downloading your file, open your preferred text editor, scroll down, and find the following code snippet:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>define('DB_NAME', 'database name');\n\ndefine('DB_USER', 'username for the database');\n\ndefine('DB_PASSWORD', 'password for the database');\n\ndefine('DB_HOST', 'MySQL hostname');<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here, you\u2019ll need to update this information with the newly created credentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also update your domain name. To do this, find the line saying, <em>\u201cThat\u2019s all, stop editing! Happy publishing\u201d<\/em>, and add this code snippet above it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>define('WP_HOME', 'http:\/\/yournewsitedomain.com');\n\ndefine('WP_SITEURL', 'http:\/\/yournewsitedomain.com');<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Note: <\/em><\/strong><em>These lines may already exist.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, save the file, re-upload it to your root directory, and replace the old wp-config.php file.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s it! This is how you can manually clone a WordPress site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-s-next-after-cloning-your-wordpress-site\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What&#8217;s Next After Cloning Your WordPress Site?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After cloning a WordPress site, check that pages, links and logins work, then protect the copy. Here is what to do next:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check that your WordPress site has been cloned correctly.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check your cloned WordPress site\u2019s permalink settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You should update your WordPress core, themes, plugins, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is better to install must-have WordPress plugins. For example, <a href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/go\/analytify\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\">Analytify<\/a> will help you keep track of your site&#8217;s important stats, like traffic source, bounce rate, conversions, etc. You can also install and activate <a href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/go\/loginpress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\">LoginPress<\/a> to customize the default WordPress login page and strengthen its security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preview your cloned WordPress site to see if it works correctly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-which-wordpress-cloning-method-is-best-for-you\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which WordPress Cloning Method is Best for You?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A plugin like Duplicator is the best cloning method for most people; the manual method is best for developers who want full control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you manually clone your WordPress site, you have complete control over the process, and there is no need for additional plugins or tools. However, it requires technical knowledge, and there is a higher risk of errors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, WordPress cloning plugins make it easy to handle files and databases. They are reliable, which is why they are widely used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best method depends on your technical skill level, the size of your site, and the specific requirements of your cloning project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For beginners, plugins are the easiest option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-wordpress-cloning-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">WordPress Cloning FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1721811499327\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the difference between duplicate and clone in WordPress?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Cloning a WordPress site means creating an exact copy of a site. On the other hand, duplicating a WordPress site means building a new site with data taken from an existing site&#8217;s page.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1721811507068\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why would I need to clone my WordPress site?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Cloning a WordPress site can be helpful for several reasons. You can use a clone as a staging site for testing, or to move your site to a new host or domain.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1721811519571\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the main methods of cloning a WordPress site?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can easily clone a WordPress site using a WordPress plugin, such as Duplicator, or manually clone it using FTP and phpMyAdmin.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1721811528295\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What should I consider before cloning my WordPress site?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Before cloning your site, ensure you have access to FTP and phpMyAdmin. You should also back up your site and database to prevent data loss.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1721811540018\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is cloning a website bad for SEO?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Copied content can hurt your site&#8217;s SEO. Search engines may filter out or demote duplicate pages.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-clone-a-wordpress-site-final-words\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clone a WordPress Site: Final Words<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This step-by-step guide covers 2 methods. Choose the method that aligns with your level of expertise.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s all for this article!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some other helpful WordPress articles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wordpress-vs-hubspot\/\" rel=\"noopener\">WordPress vs HubSpot: Best CMS Comparison (2026)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/wordpress-vs-squarespace-vs-wix\/\" rel=\"noopener\">WordPress Vs Squarespace Vs Wix: Which One Is Best In 2026?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/best-wordpress-blogs\/\" rel=\"noopener\">30+ Best WordPress Blogs To Read In 2026<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/clickfunnels-vs-wordpress\/\" rel=\"noopener\">ClickFunnels Vs WordPress: A Detailed Comparison (2026)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wpbrigade.com\/best-free-woocommerce-themes\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Best Free WooCommerce Themes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To clone a WordPress site, use a plugin like Duplicator to package the site and run its installer on the new location, or copy the files over FTP and export and import the database by hand. 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