Updates
WordPress core updates: executing safely
17 May 2024 · 6 min read
WordPress core updates are the most important updates you can perform. They contain security patches, bug fixes and new features. But a wrong update can break your website. In this article we explain how to execute core updates safely.
At WP Maintainer we carefully install core updates for all our clients.
Types of core updates
Updating safely
1. **Make a backup** Always make a complete backup first.
2. **Check compatibility** Check whether your theme and plugins are compatible with the new version.
3. **Test on staging** Execute the update first on a copy of your website.
4. **Execute the update** Go to Dashboard > Updates and click "Update now".
5. **Test everything** Check whether all pages, forms and functionalities work.
6. **Monitor** Keep an eye on the website after the update.
Solving problems
WP Core update service
We perform WordPress core updates carefully on staging. After successful testing we implement on the live site. On problems we roll back immediately. You do not have to worry about anything.