Automatic Updates (License Required)
1. With Active License
- WordPress Admin → Dashboard → Updates
- ✅ Plugin updates appear automatically
- ✅ Click “Update Now” when available
2. Update Notifications
- Updates appear in WordPress admin
- Email notifications (if enabled)
- Plugin page shows update notice
Manual Updates
1. Download New Version
- Download latest version from vendor
- Keep license key handy
2. Backup Before Updating
- Create full site backup
- Export plugin settings if possible
3. Install Update
- Deactivate current version
- Delete old plugin files
- Upload new version
- Reactivate and test
Update Troubleshooting
Update Failed:
- ✅ Check file permissions
- ✅ Verify sufficient disk space
- ✅ Ensure stable internet connection
- ✅ Try manual update method
Settings Lost After Update:
- ✅ Check if settings migrated correctly
- ✅ Restore from backup if needed
- ✅ Reconfigure essential settings