Install
This is the repository archive. It installs, but the folder name will carry the branch suffix and updates will not flow.
Install straight from GitHub with WP-CLI:
wp plugin install https://github.com/makingtheimpact/wp-merge-subcategories/archive/refs/heads/main.zipNo built-in updater. New versions won't appear under Dashboard → Updates. Install new releases yourself, or let Git Updater track the repository.
A WordPress plugin that helps you merge duplicate WooCommerce product categories and subcategories with ease.
Description
WP Merge Subcategories provides a simple and efficient way to manage your WooCommerce product categories by:
- Automatically merging duplicate categories with the same name
- Providing a manual mapping interface to merge specific categories
- Ensuring product relationships are maintained during the merge process
Installation
- Upload the
wp-merge-subcategoriesfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory - Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
- Navigate to WooCommerce > Products > Merge Categories to access the tools
Usage
Auto Merge Duplicates
- Navigate to WooCommerce > Products > Merge Categories
- Review the warning message and ensure you have a backup
- Click the "Auto Merge Categories" button
- The plugin will automatically merge categories with the same name
Manual Category Mapping
- Navigate to WooCommerce > Products > Merge Categories
- Select a source category from the dropdown
- Select a target category from the dropdown
- Click "Map Categories" to merge the selected categories
Important Notes
- Always create a backup of your products before using this plugin
- Test the merging process on a staging site first if possible
- The merging process cannot be undone
- Make sure you have the necessary permissions to manage WooCommerce products
Requirements
- WordPress 5.8 or higher
- WooCommerce 5.0 or higher
- PHP 7.4 or higher
Support
If you encounter any issues or have questions, please create an issue in the GitHub repository.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPL v2 or later.
Changelog
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Auto merge duplicate categories
- Manual category mapping interface
- Basic security checks and validations
Releases
1 release.
Tag
Published
1.0.0
latest
Apr 24, 2025 1 year ago
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