How to Duplicate a Page in WordPress (Using a Free Plugin)?

Creating content in WordPress is fun, until you have to repeat the same layout again and again for similar pages. Whether you’re building service pages, landing pages, or blog post templates, duplicating existing content can save hours of work.

Thankfully, there’s a plugin for that. It’s called Yoast Duplicate Post, and it’s a game-changer for anyone who builds websites regularly.

Step-by-Step: How to Duplicate a Page in WordPress

Step 1: Install the “Yoast Duplicate Post” Plugin

• Go to your WordPress dashboard → Plugins → Add New
• Search for “Yoast Duplicate Post”

• Install and activate the plugin (it’s free and well-maintained)

Step 2: Clone Any Page or Post

• In your Pages or Posts list, hover over the item you want to copy
• Click “Clone” — this will create a duplicate draft

• Click “New Draft” if you want to open it immediately after cloning

Step 3: Edit the Duplicated Page

• Change your content (title, images, body text, etc.)
• Update the meta title and description for SEO

• Publish when you’re ready

Bonus Tip: Use a Draft Prefix

In the plugin settings (under Settings → Duplicate Post), you can set a default title prefix like:

DUPLICATE - [Original Title]

This helps you avoid accidentally publishing unfinished drafts and keeps things organized — especially helpful if you’re duplicating in bulk.

If you’re building websites for clients or businesses with many pages, duplicating content isn’t just a time-saver — it’s a necessity.

Other WordPress Plugins to Duplicate Pages:

If Yoast Duplicate Post isn’t the right fit, here are a few other popular options:

1. Duplicate Page
   Quickly duplicate posts, pages, and custom post types with one click.
   🔗 wordpress.org/plugins/duplicate-page
2. WP Duplicate Page and Post
   Supports WooCommerce, lets you control user roles and post statuses.
   🔗 wordpress.org/plugins/duplicate-page-or-post
3. Post Duplicator
   Creates an exact duplicate of any post, custom post type, or page. Simple UI, no extra features.
   🔗 wordpress.org/plugins/post-duplicator

4. Elementor Copy Tools (if using Elementor)
   Page and section duplication is built into Elementor or can be enhanced with plugins like Essential Addons or Happy Addons.

The Yoast Duplicate Post plugin is one of those underrated tools every WordPress beginner should know about. It’s lightweight, easy to use, and saves hours of manual work.

Give it a try on your next project — and keep your workflow clean, fast, and mistake-free.

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