Moving from a live install to local

[AnthonyParticipant]

I currently have a live install. And I have a backup.

I want to migrate this to an empty project locally so I can make some updates – then migrate back.

I currently use MAMP to run my local environment.

What is the process for initially creating this?

With other backup solutions, I would normally have just 1 zip of the site contents that I would copy over – then I would create the database, import the database dump (having done a find and replace for the URL) and edit the wp-config for the DB settings.

I am hoping that this plugin makes it easier – but I cannot see how.

BTW – this is a multisite network.

[Dee NutbourneModerator]

Hi Anthony,

We actually have a step-by-step guide for migrating a site to a fresh installation of WordPress:
https://updraftplus.com/faqs/how-do-i-migrate-to-a-new-site-location/

You will need to ensure that the new WordPress installation has been set up as a Multisite Network before performing the migration.

Best Wishes,
David N

[PeteParticipant]

I am developing a site on my hosting account and when ready wish to migrate it to an existing published site. Turnover time is important. I have the Migrate Plugin.

How should I prepare my live site ready for the transfer. Is the only way to start with an empty WP?

Regards
Pete

[udadminKeymaster]

Hi Pete,

No, the destination site doesn’t need to be empty. UD will replace whatever is in the destination site (empty or not) with the data from the backup.

David

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