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Plugin Description
Custom Fields Snapshots allow you to easily create backups of your Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) data by exporting selected field groups, post types, and options. These snapshots enable version control, make it easier to share setups with team members, assist with migrations between WordPress environments, and enable quick restoration of previous configurations.
Important: This plugin requires Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) or ACF Pro to be installed and activated.
Key Features:
- Export ACF field data for specific field groups, post types, and global options
- Import ACF field data from JSON snapshots
- Fully compatible with all ACF field types, including repeaters and flexible content
- Supports nested fields within complex field group structures
- Selective export: choose which field groups, post types, and individual posts to include.
- Rollbacks: Automatically revert changes if an import fails.
- Detailed logging for import processes.
- Developer-friendly: Extensive hook system for customization, including filters for data modification during export/import and actions for post-import processing.
- Multisite compatibility for seamless use across networked WordPress installations.
Custom Fields Snapshots simplifies ACF data management, offering a reliable solution for site migrations, staging environment setup, and data backups. This tool ensures a smooth workflow and provides peace of mind for developers and site administrators.
How to Use
- Go to the ‘Field Snapshots’ menu in your WordPress admin panel
- Select the field groups, post types, options, and specific posts you want to export
- Click ‘Export Snapshot’ to download a JSON file of your data
- To import, upload the JSON file and click ‘Import Snapshot’
Support
For support, please use the support forum on WordPress.org or the GitHub repository.
Future Plans
- Snapshot manager: Store snapshots on your server with an easy interface to manage, download, and restore snapshots.
- Scheduled snapshots: Automate the process of creating snapshots at regular intervals.
- WP-CLI support: Command-line interface for advanced users and automation.
Screenshots
Export interface – Select field groups, post types and/or global options to export
Import interface – Upload and import your snapshot file
Settings page – Configure plugin settings
