Staging allows you to test changes safely without affecting the live website.
It is one of the most powerful WP Toolkit features.
What Staging Is #
A staging site is:
- A copy of the live WordPress site
- Used for testing updates or changes
- Isolated from visitors
The live site remains active.
What Staging Allows You to Do #
With staging, you can:
- Test WordPress updates
- Test plugin or theme changes
- Debug issues safely
- Review changes before going live
Staging reduces risk.
How Staging Works in WP Toolkit #
WP Toolkit:
- Creates a copy of the live site
- Separates files and database
- Allows syncing changes back to live
Syncing must be done manually.
Important Staging Warnings #
- Syncing can overwrite live data
- Content created on staging may replace live content
- Emails should be disabled on staging
Always review sync options carefully.
Responsibility Notice #
You are responsible for:
- Managing staging environments
- Testing changes
- Choosing what gets synced
ProRedLine does not monitor staging actions.
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