Update database values during a WordPress move

Moving a WordPress site to a new domain or server can leave old URLs and other text values throughout its database. Better Search Replace Pro runs search and replace from the WordPress admin using WordPress native database functions. It supports serialized data across all tables, and you can choose specific tables to limit an operation. A dry run shows how many fields would be updated before changes are applied.

Use each control at the right stage

Start with a dry run to review the expected scope. After a completed search and replace, Pro shows exactly what changed. Database backup and import are also available while a search and replace is running. An incorrect search or replacement string can damage the database, so check both values carefully and have an appropriate backup before applying changes.

Custom profiles save search and replace options for later use, reducing setup when you repeat a similar task.

Multisite access depends on administrator role

On a WordPress Multisite network, subsite administrators can search and replace within tables belonging to their own subsite. Network administrators and administrators of the primary site can work across all tables from the primary website's WordPress admin.

Run a replacement

1. Install and activate Better Search Replace Pro in WordPress.
2. Open Tools > Better Search Replace in the WordPress admin.
3. Enter the search and replacement values, then select the tables to process.
4. Run a dry run and review the fields expected to change.
5. Make an appropriate backup, check the entries carefully, then apply the operation.

Pro includes priority email support from the developer, plus support and updates for one year.