How do you upgrade WordPress??

WordPress is easy to update. Here's how to upgrade WordPress to the most recent version.

1. Backup Your Website: Before doing any upgrades, you must generate a backup of your WordPress website. This ensures that you can recover your site if something goes wrong during the update process. You may back up your WordPress files and database manually or with a plugin.

2. Log into Your WordPress Dashboard: Log into your WordPress website's admin area using your username and password.

3. Check for Updates: After logging in, go to the Dashboard > Updates page. You can check here to see if there are any updates available for WordPress core, themes, or plugins.

4. Update WordPress Core: If there is a new version of WordPress available, you will be prompted to update. Click the "Update Now" button to start the updating process. WordPress will download and install the most recent version automatically.

5. Update Themes and Plugins: After updating the WordPress core, you must update your themes and plugins to ensure compatibility and security. The same Updates page displays a list of available theme and plugin updates. Check the boxes next to the themes and plugins you wish to update and then click the "Update Themes" or "Update Plugins" button.

6. Review Your Website: After updating WordPress, themes, and plugins, spend some time reviewing your website to check that everything is working properly. Test various pages, features, and functionalities to ensure there are no problems.

7. Delete Inactive Themes and Plugins: To boost security, it's a good idea to remove any inactive themes and plugins you're not using. If these are not kept up to date, they may represent security problems.

8. Consider Automatic Updates: You may set WordPress to automatically update itself, themes, and plugins to the most recent versions. This can help keep your website secure and up-to-date without needing manual involvement.

Following these instructions will allow you to safely update WordPress to the newest version while keeping your website secure and working properly.

If you are unable to update or do not have the time, please contact me. I am a WordPress specialist and will assist you with any WordPress issues.