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WP‑CLI Database Import Guide

WP‑CLI runs on the server and handles large WordPress imports better than phpMyAdmin.

Best for

  • • Large WordPress databases
  • • Migrations on managed hosts
  • • Repeatable imports

Limitations

  • • Requires WP‑CLI access
  • • Needs SSH or host support

Pro tip

Split large dumps before import to avoid timeouts and packet errors.

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