About this plugin
Need to rollback WordPress after a problematic update? Want to downgrade to a known-good release, or move to a specific core version for testing?
Raju Core Version Switcher gives you clear control over the WordPress core version on your site—from a simple settings screen, with optional one-click install and a guided workflow.
Why site owners and developers use it
- Recover quickly when a core update breaks themes, plugins, or layouts
- Switch to an exact WordPress version for staging and compatibility checks
- Lock the site to a stable release while you plan the next update
- Avoid guesswork with package checks and a clear progress path
Key features
- Set an exact target WordPress core version
- Automatic and manual version package checks
- One-click install of the target version from the settings page (when you have permission)
- Progress feedback during download and install
- Save settings without a full page reload
- Guided 3-step progress so you always know what to do next
- Status panel with download URL verification
- Recent target-version history
- Works with the normal Dashboard → Updates flow as well
- Admin-only UI (no frontend scripts)
How to use
- Go to Tools → Raju Core Version Switcher
- Enter the exact version you want (example: 6.7.2 or 7.0.2 )
- Use Check (or wait for the automatic check) to confirm the package exists
- Click Save settings
- Install from this page, or open Dashboard → Updates
- When you are done, clear the target version and save to restore normal updates
Safety first
Changing core versions can affect themes, plugins, and site behavior.
- Backup files and database before any change
- Prefer testing on a staging site first
- Confirm theme and plugin compatibility with the target version
- Only use trusted package sources
This tool is for users who understand WordPress updates and backups.
Compatibility
- Requires WordPress 5.3 or higher
- Requires PHP 7.2 or higher
- Tested up to WordPress 7.0
- Multisite: configure each site under Tools → Raju Core Version Switcher. Network-wide management is not included.
Privacy
This plugin does not collect personal data and does not require an external account. Settings stay in your WordPress database. org.
Privacy
This plugin does not collect, store, or transmit personal user data to the plugin author. Options are stored in your WordPress database. Remote requests are limited to checking public WordPress package URLs.