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Rollback Manager documentation

When an update breaks something, pick the plugin or theme, choose an earlier version from WordPress.org and reinstall it in a couple of clicks.

About Rollback Manager

Overview

Undoing a bad update usually means downloading an old zip, deleting the plugin over FTP and uploading it again, while the site stays broken.

Plan: Free. Everything on this page is in the free plugin.

Setup

  1. Turn on Rollback Manager under Performance & Control.
  2. Choose Plugin or Theme, then the item.
  3. Pick an earlier version and confirm.

Questions and troubleshooting

Is Rollback Manager free?

Yes. It is in the free plugin.

Can I roll back premium plugins?

No. Only plugins and themes hosted on WordPress.org, because that’s where earlier versions are available.

Should I take a backup first?

Yes. A rollback replaces files, and older versions may not understand data saved by a newer one.

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.