WordPress: Staging a Site

Learn how to use a WordPress staging site to build stronger websites and keep your sites updated without risking loss in performance or traffic on your live site.

Introduction

• Curtain call for WordPress: Why staging your site matters

1. What Is a WordPress Staging Site?

• Defining a staging site
• Pros of using a staging site
• Cons of using a staging site

2. How to Create a WordPress Staging Site with Plug-Ins

• WP Staging
• WPVivid Backup
• All-in-One WP Migration
• Duplicator

3. How to Create a WordPress Staging Site with Local Tools

• Local by Flywheel
• DevKinsta

4. How to Create a Staging Site with Hosting

• SiteGround
• Bluehost
• WP Engine

5. How to Manually Create a Staging Site

• Warnings and precautions
• Walk-through

6. Using a Staging Site

• Staging site best practices
• Preflight checklist
• Syncing content
• Switching from staging to production
• Post-switch checklist

7. Troubleshooting Common Issues with Staging Sites

• Caching issues
• Error page when viewing staging site
• Staging redirects to live site

Conclusion

• Next steps