Transfer Press – Plugins Downloader, Importer & Exporter

Description

Transfer Press is your one-stop plugin for seamlessly exporting, importing, downloading, and transferring plugins between installations. Whether you’re a developer moving plugins from staging to production, an agency deploying consistent plugin stacks, or a site owner creating backups, Transfer Press streamlines your workflow.

Gone are the days of dealing with FTP, zip tools, or file managers. With Transfer Press, you can:

  • Export any installed plugin as a clean ZIP archive with one click.
  • Import plugin ZIP files and optionally activate them instantly.
  • Clone plugin setups between sites effortlessly.
  • Speed up staging-to-live migrations and restore processes.

Ideal for:
– Developers
– Agencies managing multiple client sites
– Freelancers performing regular migrations
– Non-technical users needing simple plugin backups or transfers

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Features

  • ✅ Export installed plugins as downloadable ZIP archives
  • 📦 Import plugin ZIP files and install with one click
  • ⚡ Optional auto-activation after import
  • 🔁 Works on both single and multisite setups
  • 🧠 Smart UI with progress bars and real-time notifications
  • 🔐 Secure import validation to prevent malformed uploads
  • 🔄 Ideal for plugin migrations, cloning, and backups
  • 🚫 No FTP or file manager required

Usage

  1. Go to Transfer Press from your website dashboard.
  2. To export: Choose a plugin, click Export, and download the generated ZIP file.
  3. To import: Upload a plugin ZIP file and click Import. The plugin will be installed and optionally activated.

License

This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later

Screenshots

  • Export plugin screen
  • Import plugin interface
  • Plugin export progress with ZIP download
  • Import success and activation notice
  • Support plugin screen

Installation

  1. Upload the plugin to /wp-content/plugins/transfer-press or install it via the Plugin Directory.
  2. Activate it from the Plugins menu.
  3. Navigate to Transfer Press > Export to begin exporting plugins.
  4. Use Transfer Press > Import to upload and install plugin ZIP files.

FAQ

Can I use this to migrate plugins between two sites?

Absolutely! Transfer Press was built specifically for migrating plugins from one site to another.

Will the plugin be activated automatically after importing?

Yes, you have the option to activate it automatically after import.

Can I use this on multisite networks?

Yes. Transfer Press supports both single-site and multisite environments.

Are premium plugins supported?

Yes, you can transfer premium plugins as ZIPs, but you must comply with their license terms.

Is FTP required to use this plugin?

No FTP is needed. Transfer Press handles everything through the dashboard.

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Contributors & Developers

“Transfer Press – Plugins Downloader, Importer & Exporter” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

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Changelog

2.0.1 – June 15, 2025

  • Short description issue fixed

2.0.0 – June 10, 2025

  • Added Header
  • Removed old file selection dropdown and added Vue 3 Multiselect fields.
  • Added user guide and documentation
  • Modified Export Dashboard page.
  • Modified Import Dashboard page.

1.0.0 – April 19, 2025

  • Initial public release
  • Export and download plugin ZIPs
  • Upload and import plugin ZIPs
  • Activate plugins after import
  • Toast notifications and visual feedback