How to Manually Update Themes and Plugins on Pluginfyhub

Keeping your WordPress themes and plugins up to date is essential for security, performance, and accessing new features. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to manually update themes and plugins on Pluginfyhub.

Why Are Manual Updates Important?

While automatic updates are convenient, manual updates give you full control over the process, ensuring compatibility with your site and preventing potential issues.

We recommend that you install the Easy Theme and Plugin Upgrades plugin.You can download it for free when you  Click Here

Preparing for the Update

1️⃣ Backup Your Website: Before making any updates, ensure you save a full backup of your site, including the database and files.

2️⃣ Disable Caching Plugins: Temporarily disable caching plugins to prevent any conflicts during the update process.

How to Manually Update a Theme

1. Download the Latest Version:

🔹 Log in to your Pluginfyhub account.
🔹 Go to the Downloads section and find the theme you want to update.
🔹 Download the theme file in .zip format.

2. Install the “Easy Theme and Plugin Upgrades” Plugin

🔹 In your WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins > Add New.
🔹 Search for Easy Theme and Plugin Upgrades.
🔹 Install and activate the plugin.

3. Upload the New Theme Version

🔹 Go to Appearance > Themes.
🔹 Click Add New > Upload Theme.
🔹 Select the .zip file you downloaded.
🔹 Click Install Now, and the plugin will replace the old theme with the new version automatically.

How to Manually Update Plugins

1. Download the Latest Version:

🔹 Log in to your Pluginfyhub account.
🔹 Go to the Downloads section and find the plugin you want to update.
🔹 Download the plugin file in .zip format.

2. Upload the New Plugin Version

🔹 In your WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins > Add New.
🔹 Click Upload Plugin.
🔹 Select the .zip file you downloaded.
🔹 Click Install Now.
🔹 If prompted, confirm replacing the old version with the new one.

Post-Update Steps

✅ Reactivate Caching Plugins: If you disabled any caching plugins before the update, don’t forget to reactivate them afterward.

✅ Test Your Website: Ensure that your site functions properly after the update and check for any design or functionality changes.

🎥 For a step-by-step tutorial, watch this video:
🔗 How to Manually Update WordPress Themes and Plugins

🚀 By following these steps, you can ensure that your website stays updated with the latest features and security patches from Pluginfyhub!