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Split SQL Dumps for Migration Plugins (When They Fail)
Migration plugins can choke on large SQL files. Split them to keep migrations reliable.
Plugins often have hidden size limits. Splitting keeps migrations predictable.
When to split
- Exports larger than 100MB
- Repeated import failures
- Shared hosting environments
Related: WordPress Database Too Large to Import?
Frequently Asked Questions
Do plugins support partial imports?
Some do, but many fail silently. Splitting is safer.