How to Update WordPress?

We recommend updating WordPress whenever a new version with the format x.x.1-9 (e.g., 6.4.3) is released. Versions with the format x.x.0 (e.g., 6.4.0) may contain bugs that are typically fixed in subsequent x.x.1 releases.

To update WordPress, follow these steps:

1. Back up your files and database. This is crucial because if any issues arise during the update, it will be difficult to restore your site without a backup.

2. Open the wp-config.php file on your server. This file is located in the root directory of your site.

1. Temporarily disable file modification restrictions. Locate the following line in the wp-config.php file and change the parameter from true to false. Save the changes.

define('DISALLOW_FILE_MODS', false);

1. Update WordPress via the admin dashboard. Go to the "Dashboard → Updates" section in your site’s admin panel and click the "Update to version x.x.x" button.

1. Re-enable file modification restrictions. After the update is complete, go back to the wp-config.php file and change the parameter from false back to true. Save the changes.

define('DISALLOW_FILE_MODS', true);

Once you’ve completed these steps, your WordPress installation will be updated to the latest version.