URL Replace

Description

URL Replace helps you safely update old URLs in your WordPress database during website migration, domain change, or HTTP to HTTPS conversion.

Unlike basic SQL replacements, this version also supports serialized WordPress data, helping prevent broken widgets, page builders, and settings.

Key Features

  • Replace old domain with new domain
  • Search and update across WordPress database tables
  • Serialized data safe replacement
  • Clean and easy admin interface
  • Compatible with latest WordPress versions
  • Lightweight and fast

Recommended Usage

This plugin is useful for:

  • Website migration
  • Changing domain names
  • Moving from HTTP to HTTPS
  • Updating CDN or asset URLs

Important Notice

Always create a full database backup before running URL replacements.

Credits

Developed by Vipul Bokarvadiya

Website:
https://wishinfo.net/

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If you find this plugin helpful, consider supporting future updates:

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Installation

  1. Upload the plugin folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
  2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
  3. Navigate to the «URL Replace» menu in the WordPress dashboard.
  4. Enter old URL and new URL.
  5. Click «Replace URLs».

FAQ

Will this plugin update URLs in all database tables?

Yes, the plugin searches and replaces URLs in WordPress database tables containing text-based data.

Does this plugin support serialized WordPress data?

Yes. Version 2.0 safely handles serialized data used by many plugins and page builders.

Is it safe to use?

Yes, but it is strongly recommended to create a full database backup before performing replacements.

Does it work with HTTPS migration?

Yes. You can easily replace HTTP URLs with HTTPS URLs.

Reviews

Dekabr 23, 2025
Wow. I’m impressed. After attempting to use three of the other «big»/popular URL replace or «Search and Replace» plugins with no success, this one screamed through the project perfectly. We had around 1200 pdf uploads that kept the development domain URL. I tried all other «big guys» and had errors, or simply no success with each one. Saw this plugin with like 12 installations and 1 review and figured «I’ll give it a shot»… Not only did it easily succeed in the task as expected but perfectly replaced all 1200 some links in less than 3 seconds. I’m SUPER impressed! Thank you Vipul Bokarvadiya!!!
May 26, 2025
I’ve used the URL Replace plugin on multiple WordPress projects, and it’s been a huge time-saver every time. Whether you’re migrating a site, updating internal links, or cleaning up old URLs, this plugin makes the process effortless. The interface is clean and intuitive, and the changes happen instantly without any hassle. What I appreciate most is how lightweight and reliable it is — no performance issues, and it just works as expected. Highly recommended for any WordPress developer or site owner who needs a quick and effective way to manage URL changes. Kudos to the developers for creating such a helpful tool!
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Contributors & Developers

“URL Replace” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

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Changelog

2.0

  • Added serialized data safe replacement
  • Improved WordPress 6.8 compatibility
  • Improved security checks and sanitization
  • Improved admin notices
  • Added PHP 7.4 support requirement
  • Performance and stability improvements

1.0

  • Initial release