How can I Manually Update Plugins and Themes?

We recommend that you install the Easy Theme and Plugin Upgrades plugin. Whenever you want, you can download it for free when you click here.

To use the plugin, first install and activate it. Once activated, you can update any theme/plugin by simply uploading a .zip file.

How do I upgrade a plugin?

  1. Get the latest .zip file for the plugin.
  2. Log into your WordPress website.
  3. Go to “Plugins”>“Add New.”
  4. Click the “Upload Plugin” button at the top of the page.
  5. Select the .zip file with the updated version of the plugin.
  6. Click the “Install Now” button.

How do I upgrade a theme?

  1. Get the latest .zip file for the theme.
  2. Log into your WordPress website.
  3. Go to “Appearance”>“Themes.”
  4. Click the “Add New” button at the top of the page.
  5. Click the “Upload Theme” button at the top of the page.
  6. Select the .zip file with the updated version of the theme.
  7. Click the “Install Now” button.