If you've downloaded a plugin update from SoftwareBazar.in, here's how to safely update it on your WordPress site without losing data or settings.

✅ Step 1: Download the Latest Version

Log in to your account on SoftwareBazar.in and download the latest version of the plugin in .zip format.

✅ Step 2: Backup Your Website (Recommended)

Before making any updates, it's smart to create a full backup of your site using a plugin like:

UpdraftPlus

All-in-One WP Migration

BackupBuddy

This ensures you can restore your site if something goes wrong.

✅ Step 3: Deactivate and Delete the Old Plugin (Don’t Worry, Settings Are Safe)

Go to your WordPress Dashboard

Navigate to Plugins > Installed Plugins

Find the old plugin version, click Deactivate

Then click Delete

⚠️ Don’t worry — if the plugin is coded properly (most are), your settings and data will remain intact in the database.

✅ Step 4: Upload the New Version

Go to Plugins > Add New

Click on the "Upload Plugin" button at the top

Choose the updated .zip file you downloaded from SoftwareBazar.in

Click Install Now

Once installed, click Activate

✅ Step 5: Test the Plugin

Check that:

The plugin is working correctly

Your site loads properly

Previous settings or customizations are intact

📝 Notes:

Some plugins may require cache clearing or database updates after upgrading.

If you see a "license not activated" message, just ignore it — the plugin will still work (since it’s GPL).

For automatic updates, you would need to buy a license from the original developer.