It is highly recommended to update WordPress to the current version. Whenever the update is available, you will be notified in the admin section.

You can update either automatically or manually. The latter depending on necessity and preference.

The latest version of WordPress lets you update in a single click. If you are using the older version, manual update is required. You can check <a href="https://codex.wordpress.org/Upgrading_WordPress_Extended#Step_3:_Verify_the_backups" target="_blank">WordPress codex</a> for the latest and more detailed instructions on this.

<div class="alert alert-warning" role="alert">Important: Updating WordPress affects all files and folders including the core files. Any modifications made to those files will be lost when updated.</div>

You can update WordPress in a single click by following the steps below.

Step 1.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.crazydomains.com/help/how-to-perform-a-full-backup-of-your-web-hosting/" target="_self">Back up your website files.</a>

Step 2.&nbsp;Enter YourWordPressDomainName/wp-admin on a browser.

<div class="alert alert-warning" role="alert">Important: Replace YourDomainName with your actual website.</div>

Step 3.&nbsp;On the&nbsp;Dashboard&nbsp;menu, select&nbsp;Updates.

<img height="341" src="https://webcomkb.com/crazydomains/web-hosting/cd_web_hosting_dashboard_wordpress.png" width="606" />

Step 4.&nbsp;Click&nbsp;Update Now&nbsp;to get the latest version of WordPress.

You’re all set! You’ve successfully updated your WordPress to the latest version. If you need any further assistance or if you have any questions, please contact us. <a href="https://www.crazydomains.com/contact/" target="_blank">We’d love to help</a>!

How to Update WordPress to the New Version

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