Title: 1 Click Migration & Backup: Free WordPress Migration Plugin with Zero Downtime & Easy Clone Author: 1clickmigration Published: July 5, 2019 Last modified: April 2, 2026 --- Search plugins ![](https://ps.w.org/1-click-migration/assets/banner-772x250.png?rev=2333853) ![](https://ps.w.org/1-click-migration/assets/icon-128x128.gif?rev=2738239) # 1 Click Migration & Backup: Free WordPress Migration Plugin with Zero Downtime & Easy Clone By [1clickmigration](https://profiles.wordpress.org/1clickmigration/) [Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/1-click-migration.zip) * [Details](https://wordpress.org/plugins/1-click-migration/#description) * [Reviews](https://wordpress.org/plugins/1-click-migration/#reviews) * [Installation](https://wordpress.org/plugins/1-click-migration/#installation) * [Development](https://wordpress.org/plugins/1-click-migration/#developers) [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/1-click-migration/) ## Description ### 1-Click Migration: Your Ultimate Free WordPress Migration Plugin & Backup Solution Discover the ultimate free WordPress migration plugin for effortless WordPress backup and restore. 1-Click Migration empowers you to migrate WordPress site, clone WordPress site, or perform a WordPress site transfer between hosts or domains with guaranteed zero downtime WordPress migration. It’s the ideal WordPress staging plugin and a complete solution for robust WordPress backup and restore. **Why Choose 1-Click Migration for WordPress Backup & Migration?** ✅ **One-Click WordPress Backup & Migration** – Effortlessly backup and restore your WordPress site with a single click ✅ **Seamless WordPress Site Migration**– Easily migrate WordPress site to a new host or domain safely and quickly, making any WordPress site transfer a breeze. ✅ **Clone WordPress Site for Staging** – Instantly clone WordPress site to create WordPress staging plugin environments or development copies. ✅ **Zero Downtime WordPress Migration** – Ensure your live site remains fully operational throughout the entire WordPress backup and migration process for true zero downtime WordPress migration. ✅ **Selective WordPress Backup& Restore** – Granularly choose what to backup and restore for your WordPress site: database, plugins, uploads, themes, and more. ✅ **Automatic URL & Data Replacement**– All URLs and serialized data update automatically when you move WordPress site to a new domain. ✅ **Secure Encrypted WordPress Backups** – Keep your WordPress backups safe with password protection and military-grade encryption. ✅ **Direct WordPress Site Transfer** – Perform a swift WordPress site transfer directly server-to-server, avoiding large downloads or uploads. ✅ **No Size Limits for WordPress Migration**– Backup and migrate WordPress site of any size, 100% free, unlike other free WordPress migration plugins. ✅ **Easy WordPress Migration for All** – Enjoy an intuitive and easy WordPress migration plugin experience for beginners and professionals alike. Perfect for: Migrate WordPress site, complete WordPress backup and restore, create WordPress staging plugin environments, clone WordPress site for development, seamless WordPress site transfer between hosts, or to move WordPress site to a new domain. Your all-in-one free WordPress migration plugin! Learn more: [1ClickMigration.com](https://1clickmigration.com) ### How WordPress Backup & Migration Works **Backup Your WordPress Site:** 1. Remove unnecessary themes, plugins, and media files to optimize backup size 2. Optional: Clean your database with [Advanced Database Cleaner](https://wordpress.org/plugins/advanced-database-cleaner/) 3. Deactivate all plugins except 1-Click Migration 4. Enter your email and a strong password for backup encryption 5. Click **Backup Site** – typically completes in 10-30 minutes **Migrate & Restore Your WordPress Site:** 1. Install WordPress and 1-Click Migration on your new hosting provider 2. Delete any pre-installed plugins from the new site 3. Enter your email and backup password 4. Click **Restore Site** to complete your WordPress migration 5. Large sites can use selective restore options for files over 1GB ### Advanced WordPress Backup & Migration Features **Selective Backup & Restore Options:** Choose exactly what to backup and migrate:* WordPress Database backup * Plugins backup and migration * Media uploads backup ( images, videos, files) * Theme files backup and transfer * Selective restore for large WordPress sites **Migration & Backup Management:** * **Retry Failed Backups** – Automatic and manual retry options for WordPress backup * **Stop & Reset** – Cancel and restart backup or migration process anytime * **Large Site Support** – Restore WordPress sites over 1GB in sections for better stability * **Progress Tracking** – Real-time backup and migration progress monitoring **WordPress Backup Security & Privacy:** * Data encrypted on your server using your password before backup * Secure Amazon S3 cloud storage for WordPress backups* Backups automatically deleted after 24 hours * We never have access to your password or unencrypted files * GDPR compliant WordPress backup solution ### Reviews If you love 1-Click Migration, please leave a **5-star review** on WordPress.org! Your feedback helps us improve this WordPress migration plugin. ## Screenshots * [[ * One-click WordPress backup & migration dashboard * [[ * Advanced Options * [[ * Restore Completed ## Installation 1. Upload the `1-click-migration` folder to `/wp-content/plugins/` or install via WordPress plugin directory 2. Activate 1-Click Migration through the WordPress Plugins menu 3. Navigate to Tools 1-Click Migration to start your WordPress backup or migration ## FAQ ### How long does WordPress backup and migration take? Most WordPress site backups and migrations complete in 10-30 minutes, depending on site size and hosting server resources. ### Can I backup only specific parts of my WordPress site? Yes! Use the advanced options to selectively backup and migrate your database, plugins, uploads, or themes. Perfect for large WordPress sites. ### Does 1-Click Migration work with WordPress Multisite? Not currently. The plugin is optimized for single WordPress site backup and migration. ### Will my URLs update automatically during WordPress migration? Yes! 1-Click Migration automatically updates all database entries including serialized data when you migrate your WordPress site to a new domain. ### How long do I have to restore my WordPress backup? WordPress backups are available for 24 hours after creation. You can create a new backup anytime if you miss the restoration window. ### Is there a limit on WordPress site size for backup and migration? No! Unlike other WordPress migration plugins, 1-Click Migration handles sites of any size completely free. Large sites over 1GB can use selective restore options. ### Can I use this for WordPress staging site setup? Absolutely! Clone your live WordPress site to create staging environments for testing updates, themes, or plugins safely. ### Does WordPress backup and migration cause downtime? No. Your live WordPress site remains fully operational during the entire backup and migration process (zero downtime migration). ### Which hosting providers work with 1-Click Migration? All of them! Migrate WordPress sites between any hosting providers: Bluehost, SiteGround, WP Engine, Kinsta, GoDaddy, HostGator, DreamHost, and all others. ## Reviews ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/c6021113a8528552faa6c0c918d3a9fa20def391db4af7dd94d06d91498c52cf? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[How i havent know about this plugin sooner?](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/how-i-havent-know-about-this-plugin-sooner/)󠁿 [forgulencia](https://profiles.wordpress.org/forgulencia/) November 25, 2025 I’m doing WP migrations all the time, and I just stumbled upon this plugin. I tested it with two migrations and I’m baffled how easy it was to do the task. I’m definietly recommend this solution. ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9ef0603c9a28ee26f03909dea62710264175aa4e03926baa9eb5089bd5efaeb4? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Easiest Migration Plugin I’ve ever used](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/easiest-migration-plugin-ive-ever-used-2/)󠁿 [ewanescence](https://profiles.wordpress.org/ewanescence/) February 5, 2025 I have always been struggling with migration plugins but it is the one that has been successful to me. ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/7c40fd65fd49a7a029c7e7aa3f429f46ae5e05aece9e262d415cf58e21970776? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[just works great](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/just-works-great-13/)󠁿 [marcpage](https://profiles.wordpress.org/marcpage/) February 3, 2025 we have used a lot of different migration tools for wordpress over the years but this one is by far the simplest and easiest to use and works just great ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/bbcced01bc7d8b0628ad202f7140928b6a5f7d1ba94e8f9024405e2107befca8? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Super easy migration](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/super-easy-migration-2/)󠁿 [norbertstemmer](https://profiles.wordpress.org/norbertstemmer/) September 5, 2024 1click migration works super. Easy to use. I migrated large WP-Website and it did the job well. ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/3608013c85bf873238e1cd8e8e2d7252dbe4d7d8be07e49bcab8f4e5122eed6f? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Well – not clear it is free](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/well-not-clear-it-is-free/)󠁿 [weeksgt](https://profiles.wordpress.org/weeksgt/) July 18, 2024 1 reply working with this for a while, finally got it to complete – almost! At the bottom of the log file: 07/18/2024UTC21:49:33pm – Please make payment before the restore can complete it is a trick! ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/e080a3aa299a4edc1936ccf55ef3a553c545f9749dfd1d1bfcc78008211703e0? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Excellent tool](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/excellent-tool-453/)󠁿 [buenaventuraldia](https://profiles.wordpress.org/buenaventuraldia/) July 17, 2024 great work excellent tool [ Read all 35 reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/1-click-migration/reviews/) ## Contributors & Developers “1 Click Migration & Backup: Free WordPress Migration Plugin with Zero Downtime & Easy Clone” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin. Contributors * [ 1clickmigration ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/1clickmigration/) [Translate “1 Click Migration & Backup: Free WordPress Migration Plugin with Zero Downtime & Easy Clone” into your language.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/1-click-migration) ### Interested in development? [Browse the code](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/1-click-migration/), check out the [SVN repository](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/1-click-migration/), or subscribe to the [development log](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/1-click-migration/) by [RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/1-click-migration/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss). ## Changelog #### 2.5.8 * **Timeout Fix**: Reset PHP time limit before each major operation (archive, encrypt, upload, download, decrypt, extract) to prevent timeouts on large sites * **Upload Fix**: Upload timeout now uses the full execution budget instead of the exhausted background process remaining time * **Download Fix**: Restore file downloads now use the full timeout budget instead of remaining background process time * **Bug Fix**: Fixed `Undefined array key "tables"` crash when mysqldump fails and falls back to PHP-based export * **Bug Fix**: Fixed `error_reporting` never being restored on success paths in zip creation and folder backup * **Resilience**: Error handler no longer kills the process for fatal errors from external themes/plugins (e.g. WooCommerce dependency in child themes) * **Reliability**: Added pre-flight disk space check before DB and folder backups to fail early with a clear message * **Cleanup**: Removed dead `retry` parameter from `wp_remote_post` calls #### 2.5.7 * **Bug Fix**: Fixed fatal error during restore where `$presigned_urls` (stdClass) was passed to `sprintf` instead of the directory path string * **Bug Fix**: Made `mkdir` recursive when creating `tmp/db/` directory so it succeeds even if the parent `tmp/` directory was cleaned up * **Restore Fix**: Clear stale background process queues after DB import to prevent source site’s backup tasks from firing on the destination #### 2.5.6 * **Concurrency Fix**: Added MySQL advisory locks to prevent concurrent background handlers from processing the same batch simultaneously * **Reliability**: Fixed race condition where multiple handlers could duplicate compress, encrypt, and upload operations * **Upload Fallback**: Improved upload step to construct expected encrypted file path when step metadata is missing, preventing silent upload skips #### 2.3.7 * **Progress Bar Fix**: Resolved progress bar jumping back to 1% during database backup operations * **Memory Management**: Implemented dynamic memory management with automatic page sizing based on available system resources * **Error Handling**: Added robust validation and error handling for S3 file uploads with proper file path checking * **Logging Improvements**: Enhanced logging system with better filtering to prevent progress bar interference from verbose messages * **Debug Tools**: Added conditional debug logging (WP_DEBUG only) to help identify unmapped progress messages * **Database Optimization**: Improved database export operations with dynamic row increment sizing and better memory monitoring #### 2.3.6 * **Reliability Fix**: Disabled async dispatch in favor of direct processing for guaranteed execution on all hosting environments * **Compatibility**: Resolved backup hanging issues on AWS and other servers where async HTTP requests may fail silently * **Stability**: Reverted to proven direct processing approach for maximum reliability across all hosting providers #### 2.3.5 * **UX Improvement**: Disable Backup/Restore buttons when all components are excluded to prevent empty backups * **UX Improvement**: Fixed progress bar jump from 1% to 0% at the start of backup/ restore operations * **Bug Fix**: Added validation to prevent silent failures when attempting to backup with all components excluded #### 2.3.3 * **Bug Fix**: Fixed `is_processing()` method compatibility issue with different WP Background Processing library versions * **Compatibility**: Replaced method call with direct transient check for maximum compatibility #### 2.3.2 * **Security Fix**: Added nonce verification and capability checks to prevent unauthorized access (CVE-2025-3455) * **Reliability**: Simplified background processing for maximum compatibility across all hosting environments * **UX Improvement**: Fixed progress bar freeze after restore completion and login * **Performance**: Removed async complexity that caused race conditions on various hosts * **Compatibility**: Enhanced stop & reset functionality to prevent stuck states #### 2.3.1 * Fixed white screen on deactivation * Improved retry logic for presigned URLs * Enhanced cleanup & error handling #### 2.3 * Stability improvements #### 2.2 * CSRF fix & updates #### 2.1 * Bug fixes #### 2.0 * Full redesign for easier use * Multiple bug fixes #### 1.6 * Manual & automated retries * Improved hosting compatibility #### 1.4 * Selective backup/restore added * Stop & Reset button implemented #### 1.3 * Support for serialized DB entries * PayPal integration #### 1.0 – 1.2 * Initial release & dependency updates ## Meta * Version **2.5.8** * Last updated **2 days ago** * Active installations **300+** * WordPress version ** 4.0 or higher ** * Tested up to **6.9.4** * PHP version ** 7.4 or higher ** * Tags * [clone wordpress](https://wordpress.org/plugins/tags/clone-wordpress/)[wordpress backup](https://wordpress.org/plugins/tags/wordpress-backup/) [wordpress migration](https://wordpress.org/plugins/tags/wordpress-migration/) [wordpress restore](https://wordpress.org/plugins/tags/wordpress-restore/) * [Advanced View](https://wordpress.org/plugins/1-click-migration/advanced/) ## Ratings 4.5 out of 5 stars. * [ 30 5-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/1-click-migration/reviews/?filter=5) * [ 0 4-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/1-click-migration/reviews/?filter=4) * [ 0 3-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/1-click-migration/reviews/?filter=3) * [ 1 2-star review ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/1-click-migration/reviews/?filter=2) * [ 4 1-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/1-click-migration/reviews/?filter=1) [Add my review](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/1-click-migration/reviews/#new-post) [See all reviews](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/1-click-migration/reviews/) ## 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