Find and replace with a WordPress plugin

The easiest option for replacing data within your WordPress database is to use a plugin. They're useful for changing the domain, or any other information for your WordPress site. A common plugin used for this is Search & Replace by Inpsyde.

1. Log in to WordPress.
2. Search for and install the Search & Replace plugin.
3. Activate the plugin.
4. Go to Tools > Search & Replace.
5. Under the Backup Database tab, click on Create SQL File.

   Note: This will create a backup of your database before making any changes.

6. Pick a set of steps based on what you need to replace:

   Change WordPress domain URL

   1. Click on the Replace Domain URL tab.
   2. Enter your new domain into the 'Replace with' field.
   3. Click Do Replace Domain/Url.

   Replace other data

   1. Click on the Search & Replace tab.
   2. Fill out the 'Search for' field with the data you want replaced.
   3. Fill out the 'Replace with' field with the new data.
   4. Click Do Search & Replace.

More info

• Return to Database find and replace.
• Check out the developer's plugin page for more information about the Search & Replace plugin.