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Clone Posts

By George Pattichis

Site Administration & Utilities / Post/Page Duplication

Clone Posts Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily clone or duplicate Posts, Pages, and Custom Post Types in WordPress. Custom fields are also copied.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.69/10

User Rating

4.3/5 (based on 22+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This is a simple but robust plugin that allows you to easily clone (duplicate) posts, pages and custom post types in WordPress.

It enables the clone feature for Posts, Pages, or any Custom Post Type (CPT). You can clone single Posts/Pages with one click or use the Bulk feature to clone multiple Posts/Pages at once. The plugin allows you to set the default Status and Date of cloned Posts/Pages, and it also copies custom fields (post-metadata) when duplicating a Post.

The plugin is translations ready and built according to WordPress coding standards.

Comparing to Alternatives

Clone Posts is a straightforward plugin designed to duplicate posts and pages efficiently. When compared to similar plugins, it stands out for its simplicity and focus on essential cloning features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports bulk cloning of multiple pages or posts at once.
Clones post meta data including custom fields like ACF.
Lightweight and not bloated with unnecessary features.
Simple interface that is easy to use for quick duplication tasks.

Weaknesses

Does not support cloning content built with some page builders like Breakdance Builder.
Default settings limit cloning to posts, not pages, requiring manual adjustment.
Lacks advanced options found in some alternative plugins.
No pro version to offer extended features or support.

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights Clone Posts as a valuable time-saving tool with a few limitations.

Positive highlights

A real time saver with bulk cloning feature (maxavid806).
Speeds up WordPress management effectively (xeniajfp).
Clones post meta and custom fields reliably (fbot).
Not bloated and works perfectly for its purpose (George Kpax).
Simplifies repetitive cloning tasks efficiently (revixi5).

Common complaints

Does not work with Breakdance Builder (clayray).
Default settings do not include pages for cloning (clayray).

Weaknesses

Limited compatibility with some page builders.
Settings require manual changes to include pages.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a simple, efficient tool to duplicate posts and pages quickly, especially when bulk cloning is required.

Not ideal for

Users relying heavily on advanced page builders like Breakdance Builder or those needing extensive customization and advanced cloning options.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers essential cloning features including bulk cloning and copying of post meta and custom fields, providing solid value for basic duplication needs.

Final Verdict

Clone Posts is a reliable and straightforward plugin that excels at bulk cloning and copying post meta data without unnecessary complexity.

While it lacks advanced features and compatibility with some page builders, it remains a valuable tool for users seeking efficient duplication of posts and pages.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Clone Posts plugin.

Clone Posts

Clone Pages

Duplicate Posts

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FAQ

Whenever you want to copy all contents of a post, page or CPT then you can do that with 1-click when you have this plugin installed. You can even clone multiple posts at once using the Bulk action!