Description
The BFG Tools – Extension Zipper lets you create on-demand ZIP files of any installed WordPress plugin directly from the admin dashboard.
Perfect for backups, migrating plugins between sites, sending code to a developer, or archiving a working version before updates.
All ZIP files are generated safely using PHP’s ZipArchive and saved to /wp-content/uploads/extension-zips/.
Learn more or get support here:
https://thebaldfatguy.com/wordpress-plugins/extension-zipper/
Features
- Lists every installed plugin with a “Create ZIP” button
- Saves ZIPs to a safe writable directory (
uploads/extension-zips) - Automatically names ZIPs using plugin name + version
- Includes a download link for the latest build
- Skips junk files (node_modules, .git, .DS_Store, vendor/bin, logs, etc.)
- Fully WP-org guideline compatible (unique prefix, safe path handling, nonces, etc.)
Installation
- Upload the plugin to
/wp-content/plugins/or install through “Add New Plugin.” - Activate it.
- Go to BFG Tools Extension Zipper in WP-Admin.
- Click Create ZIP for any installed plugin.
FAQ
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Where are ZIPs stored?
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Inside
/wp-content/uploads/extension-zips/. -
Do I need the ZipArchive extension?
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Yes. It is bundled on nearly all hosts. If missing, the plugin will warn you.
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Can I ZIP must-use or preloaded plugins?
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No — WordPress treats MU plugins differently, and they cannot be zipped reliably.
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Contributors & Developers
“BFG Tools – Extension Zipper” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.0.7
- Updated “Tested up to” to WordPress 6.9
- Added
Plugin URIandAuthor URIheaders - Improved readme formatting & wording
- No functional code changes
1.0.6
- Fixed incorrect root folder naming in generated ZIPs
- Improved extension detection
1.0.5
- Major rewrite for WordPress.org review compliance
- Added full prefixing (bfgtoexz_) and safer path handling
- Corrected text domain
- Added hub integration and new UI cards
- Enhanced ZIP filtering and stability