Export Posts documentation
Export posts, pages or custom post types to CSV, JSON or TXT. Choose the fields you need, and with Pro, the custom fields too.
Overview
WordPress’s built-in export produces an XML file designed for importing into another WordPress site. It’s no use when someone wants a spreadsheet of every page.
Plan: Free + Pro options. The options marked Pro below need WP Extended Pro.
Setup
- Go to WP Extended in your WordPress admin and find Export Posts under Content Management.
- Switch Export Posts on.
- Open its settings, adjust the options below and save.
Settings
| Setting | What it does | Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Export Types | Select available export types. | Free |
| Default Fields | Select fields to export. | Free |
| Meta Fields | Select meta fields to export. | Pro |
Questions and troubleshooting
Is Export Posts free?
Yes. Exporting is free. Custom fields in exports are part of WP Extended Pro.
Are CSV files safe to open in Excel?
Yes. Exports are escaped against spreadsheet formula injection.
It isn’t working as expected
Check the module is switched on and its settings are saved. If another plugin does the same job, deactivate one of them. Then clear any page cache and test again. Still stuck? Pro customers can contact support; free users can post on the WordPress.org forum.
Developers
Export Posts has 12 hooks. See the Export Posts developer reference.