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Duplicate Page or Post

By wpdevart

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Migration & Cloning

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Duplicate Page or Post Review - In-Depth Analysis

Duplicate Page or Post is a tool that allows you to duplicate pages and posts in WordPress with just one click. It simplifies the process of cloning content.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.01/10

User Rating

4/5 (based on 8+ reviews)

Active Installations

9,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

7.1 / 10 (High Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

WordPress Duplicate Page or Post plugin is a useful tool if you need to copy your pages or posts. You can easily clone a WordPress recording in one click. This operation can be done in seconds with our plugin. Cloning recordings allows you to work on them without affecting the existing version.

The plugin offers various options for duplicating recordings. You can set a prefix or suffix for copied pages, or choose to clone only the content or title. The options include copying the title, content, excerpt, date, status, featured image, template, format, author, password, comments, categories, and tags.

After configuring the options, you can open 'All pages' or 'All posts' and see the new 'Duplicate' option. This feature is especially useful when you need to update the design or title without changing the content. Fast cloning saves time and reduces repetitive tasks.

Comparing to Alternatives

Duplicate Page or Post is a popular plugin for cloning WordPress content, with several other plugins offering similar functionality. Here are some notable alternatives to consider.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and efficient one-click duplication process
Supports cloning of pages and posts including those built with premium page builders
Includes useful prefix/suffix options for duplicated content
Saves significant time by reducing repetitive manual work
Intuitive settings suitable for beginners and experienced users

Weaknesses

Does not support duplicating project pages as reported by users
Known security vulnerability fixed only in version 1.5.1
Some users report critical errors when duplicating content created with certain page builders like Elementor
Duplicated content retains original status instead of defaulting to draft

User Sentiment Analysis

With an 80% positive rating and 25% negative, user feedback is generally favorable but highlights some important limitations and issues.

Positive highlights

"This plugin saved me a TON of time. It worked flawlessly and did exactly what I wanted it to." — guesthollow
"The best plugin for duplicate! Fantastic!" — marcorroma
"Clones pages which are made with premium page builder plugins." — makas
"Efficient Content Duplication Made Simple, intuitive settings and useful features." — wpyasmeen

Common complaints

Does not duplicate project pages as expected
Critical errors when duplicating Elementor pages
Duplicated pages retain published status instead of draft

Weaknesses

Security vulnerability with stored XSS fixed in version 1.5.1
Limited support for some custom post types like project pages
Issues with status handling on duplicated content

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward and reliable tool to duplicate standard posts and pages, including those built with popular page builders, to speed up content creation.

Not ideal for

Users requiring duplication of specialized custom post types like project pages or those using certain page builders that may cause errors; also users concerned about past security vulnerabilities should consider alternatives or ensure plugin is updated.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers essential duplication features including one-click cloning and prefix/suffix options, suitable for most standard use cases.

Pro version

The pro version typically includes advanced features such as support for custom post types, additional duplication options, and priority support, enhancing functionality for power users.

Final Verdict

Duplicate Page or Post is a solid choice for users needing quick and easy duplication of posts and pages, especially when working with popular page builders. Its intuitive interface and time-saving features have earned it strong positive feedback.

However, limitations with duplicating certain custom post types and past security vulnerabilities mean users should ensure they are running the latest version and evaluate if their specific needs are met. Alternatives may be better suited for specialized use cases.