WP Database Reset
Resets the WordPress database back to its defaults. Deletes all customizations and content. Does not modify files only resets the database.
Use with caution
WP Database Reset works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 5K+ sites, is rated 4.5/5 and was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.
- Loved by users — 4.5/5 from 68 reviews
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where WP Database Reset stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| admin | >100 |
| reset | #13 |
| wordpress-reset | #9 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 4.5 from 68 reviews
About WP Database Reset
From the official readme · v1.5.0Description
Resets the WordPress database back to its defaults. Deletes all customizations and content. Does not modify files only resets the database.
This plugin is very helpful for plugin and theme developers.
If the admin user exists and has level_10 permissions it will be recreated with its current password and email address. If the admin user does not exist or is a dummy account without admin permissions the username that is logged in will be recreated with its email address and current password. The blog name is also kept.
The plugin will add an entry to the Admin Bar under the site title and has the ability to reactivate itself and other plugins after the reset.
Database Compatibility: This plugin supports both MySQL/MariaDB and SQLite databases. For SQLite installations, the reset process will delete the database file and redirect you to the WordPress installation screen.
Upgrade
- Use the plugin updater in WordPress or…
- Delete the previous
wordpress-resetfolder from the/wp-content/plugins/directory - Upload the new
wordpress-resetfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory
Usage
- Visit the WordPress Reset Tools page by either clicking the link in the Admin Bar or Tools>WordPress Reset
- Type ‘reset’ in the text field and click reset.
Installation
- Upload the
wordpress-resetfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory or install directly through the plugin installer. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress or by using the link provided by the plugin installer
Frequently asked questions
How can I get this plugin to automatically reactive after the reset?
Add define( 'REACTIVATE_WP_RESET', true ); to wp-config.php above /* That's all, stop editing! Happy blogging. */
Can this plugin reactivate other plugins automatically after performing the reset?
Add an array called $reactivate_wp_reset_additional to the global scope by placing it in wp-config.php above /* That's all, stop editing! Happy blogging. */ that contains the plugin basenames of the plugins to activate, such as: $reactivate_wp_reset_additional = array( 'hello.php', 'akismet/akismet.php' );
Does this plugin work with SQLite databases?
Yes! For SQLite databases, the plugin will delete the database file and redirect you to the WordPress installation screen. This means you’ll need to set up WordPress from scratch after the reset, unlike MySQL/MariaDB installations where your admin user is automatically recreated.
Changelog
Major update with SQLite database support, improved security, code modernization, and updated minimum requirements (WordPress 6.2+, PHP 7.4+)
1.5.0 (2025-01-17):
- Added full SQLite database compatibility including support for SQLite Database Integration plugin
- Modernized code to meet WordPress Coding Standards
- Added comprehensive PHPUnit test coverage
- Improved input sanitization and output escaping
- Refactored JavaScript to vanilla JS (removed jQuery dependency)
- Enhanced error handling with try-catch blocks
- Updated minimum requirements: WordPress 6.2+, PHP 7.4+
1.4
January 19, 2016
- Fix compatibility with PHP 7.0
- Internationalization
1.3.3 (2013-12-18):
- Fix an issue where a user does not have a user_level
1.3.2 (2012-02-13):
- Support PHP versions below 5.3.0, by not using lambda function creation in add_action for admin_notices
1.3.1 (2012-01-29):
- Apparently in a LIKE query, an underscore matches a single character, so we must escape it
1.3 (2012-01-29):
- Fixes a deprecated notice in WordPress 3.3 when using get_userdatabylogin
- Removes the $auto_reactivate variable
- Look for REACTIVATE_WP_RESET constant to be defined in wp-config.php for auto reactivation after reset
- Look for global $reactivate_wp_reset_additional for additional plugins to auto reactivate after reset
- Add a Reset link to the admin bar under the site title
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FAQ
WP Database Reset: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 26, 2026
Is WP Database Reset free?
Yes. WP Database Reset is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is WP Database Reset safe to use in 2026?
WP Database Reset works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 5K+ sites, is rated 4.5/5 and was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.
How many websites use WP Database Reset?
WP Database Reset is active on 5K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,522,683 times since it launched in March 2009. It was downloaded 1,084 times in the last 30 days.
Does WP Database Reset work with WordPress 7.1?
WP Database Reset is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does WP Database Reset need?
WP Database Reset requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was WP Database Reset last updated?
The latest version, 1.5.0, was released on October 17, 2025 (11 months ago).
Who makes WP Database Reset?
WP Database Reset is developed and maintained by Joost de Valk.
What are the best alternatives to WP Database Reset?
The most popular alternatives to WP Database Reset are Loginizer (1M+ installs), Redux Framework (900K+ installs) and Admin Menu Editor (300K+ installs).
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