When I first started building my WordPress site, I often found myself creating similar pages over and over again. Writing the same layouts, adding similar content, and configuring the same settings felt time-consuming. That’s when I realized I needed to copy a page in WordPress to save time and maintain consistency.
At first, I wasn’t sure how to do it without manually recreating everything. But after exploring WordPress and trying a few methods, I discovered it’s actually quite simple.
Why I Needed to Copy a Page
There are several reasons to copy a page on WordPress:
- To duplicate layouts for new pages
- To reuse content without starting from scratch
- For testing or staging purposes
- To create templates for blog posts, services, or landing pages
Understanding why you want to copy a page helps you choose the right method.
Using the “Duplicate Post” Plugin
The easiest way I copied a page was using the “Duplicate Post” plugin. Here’s how I did it:
- Installed and activated Duplicate Post from the WordPress plugin directory.
- Went to Pages > All Pages.
- Hovered over the page I wanted to copy and clicked Clone.
- A new draft page appeared with all content, layouts, and settings duplicated.
This method saved me a lot of time and ensured that nothing was missed during the copy process.
Copying a Page Without a Plugin
If you prefer not to use a plugin, I also learned a manual method:
- Opened the page I wanted to copy in the editor.
- Switched to the Text/HTML view to see the content.
- Copied all content.
- Created a new page and pasted the content into the editor.
While this works, it doesn’t copy certain settings like featured images, page templates, or SEO metadata. For full duplication, a plugin is more reliable.
Using Page Builders to Duplicate Pages
If you’re using a page builder like Elementor, Divi, or Beaver Builder, duplication is often built-in. In Elementor, for example, I clicked Save as Template and then imported it into a new page.
This method preserves layouts, modules, and custom styling perfectly. It’s my favorite method when working with custom-designed pages.
Common Mistakes I Almost Made
When copying pages, I almost:
- Forgot to update the page title and slug, causing duplicate URL issues
- Overlooked SEO metadata, which could affect search rankings
- Edited the original page by mistake instead of the copy
Being careful about these details ensures that the new page works correctly.
Final Thoughts on Copying Pages in WordPress
Copying a page in WordPress is a huge time-saver. Whether you use a plugin, a page builder, or manual copying, it helps maintain design consistency and speeds up content creation.
For me, learning to copy pages efficiently allowed me to focus more on content quality and less on repetitive tasks. For beginners, this is a simple but powerful trick to improve workflow and save time when managing a WordPress site.