Darren Kandekore

<p>Manage and clean up duplicate WordPress posts with ease. Delete duplicates in bulk, assign 301 redirects, and generate <code>.htaccess</code> rules — all from one simple interface.</p>
<h3>Features</h3>
<ul>
<li>Detect duplicate posts by <strong>title</strong> and <strong>slug</strong></li>
<li>Display all duplicates in a table (with checkboxes)</li>
<li>Per-post redirect options:</li>
<li>Choose from other duplicates in a dropdown</li>
<li>Enter a custom redirect URL manually</li>
<li>Validate redirect targets before deleting</li>
<li>Redirect deleted posts using 301 rules</li>
<li>Save posts to <strong>trash</strong>, not permanent delete</li>
<li>Generate <code>.htaccess</code> rules for all redirects</li>
<li>Copy/paste or export redirects as needed</li>
</ul>
<h3>How to Use</h3>
<ol>
<li>Go to <strong>Tools > Duplicate Post Manager</strong></li>
<li>Click <strong>Scan for Duplicates</strong></li>
<li>Review the table of duplicate posts</li>
<li>For each post:
<ul>
<li>Check the box to delete it</li>
<li>Choose a redirect target (dropdown or custom URL)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Click <strong>Delete Selected & Redirect</strong></li>
<li>Scroll down to copy or export your <code>.htaccess</code> redirect rules</li>
</ol>
<h3>Redirect Format</h3>
<p>The plugin generates Apache <code>.htaccess</code> rules like:</p>
<p>Redirect 301 /old-slug /new-slug<br />
Redirect 301 /another-old /new-target</p>
<ul>
<li>All redirects use <strong>relative paths</strong> for portability.</li>
<li>Only valid (non-404) redirects are saved.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Why Use It?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Prevent SEO penalties from duplicate content</li>
<li>Control user redirection after cleanup</li>
<li>Maintain your site’s authority by preserving link equity</li>
<li>Clean and update old auto-imported posts or legacy content</li>
</ul>
<h3>Technical Notes</h3>
<ul>
<li>Uses WordPress core functions (<code>get_posts</code>, <code>get_permalink</code>, <code>wp_trash_post</code>)</li>
<li>Compatible with Classic Editor and Block Editor (Gutenberg)</li>
<li>Does not delete posts permanently</li>
<li>Nonce-verified form for security</li>
</ul>
<h3>License</h3>
<p>This plugin is licensed under the <a href="https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html" rel="nofollow ugc">GPLv2</a> or later.</p>
<h3>Coming Soon (Ideas)</h3>
<ul>
<li>Export <code>.htaccess</code> as a downloadable file</li>
<li>Custom post type support</li>
<li>Integration with Redirection plugins</li>
<li>Inline AJAX validation of manual URLs</li>
</ul>
<h3>Author</h3>
<p><a href="https://darrenk.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc">Darren Kandekore</a></p>


Kandeshop Duplicate Post Manager

Manage and clean up duplicate WordPress posts with ease. Delete duplicates, assign 301 redirects, and generate .htaccess rules.

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<p><strong>Custom Posts Manager</strong> enables you to easily clone or duplicate your WordPress content, including standard posts, pages, and any custom post types registered on your site. With just one click, you can create an exact copy of any post or custom post type, making it easy to replicate existing content and use it as a template for new entries.</p>
<p><strong>Upgrade to <a href="https://custompostmanager.com" rel="nofollow ugc">Custom Posts Manager Pro</a></strong> for advanced features:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Advanced Sorting</strong>: Enhanced drag-and-drop sorting capabilities for complex content hierarchies.</li>
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<li><strong>Custom Taxonomy Management</strong>: Manage and sort custom taxonomies with ease.</li>
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</ul>
<p>With the Pro version, you gain access to powerful features that streamline content management, making it even easier to maintain and organize your WordPress site.</p>
<p>Learn more about <a href="https://custompostmanager.com" rel="nofollow ugc">Custom Posts Manager Pro</a> and unlock these features to boost your productivity!</p>
<h3>Features of the Free Version</h3>
<ul>
<li>Clone Posts, Pages, and Custom Post Types: Duplicate posts, pages, or custom post types with one click.</li>
<li>Supports Custom Post Types: The cloning functionality works with any custom post type registered on your site.</li>
<li>User-Friendly Interface: The Clone link appears in the list view of posts, pages, and custom post types.</li>
<li>Maintain Original Content: The cloned copy retains the title, content, custom fields, and settings of the original post or custom post type.</li>
<li>Efficient Content Management: Quickly create templates or drafts by duplicating existing posts or custom post types.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Features of the Pro Version</h3>
<p><strong>Custom Posts Manager Pro</strong> extends the functionality of the free version with additional powerful tools:</p>
<ul>
<li>Advanced drag-and-drop sorting for complex content hierarchies.</li>
<li>Bulk duplication of multiple posts or pages with a single click.</li>
<li>Schedule-based cloning to automatically duplicate content at regular intervals.</li>
<li>Manage and sort custom taxonomies with additional controls.</li>
<li>Priority support for fast and dedicated assistance.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Ready to upgrade? Visit <a href="https://custompostmanager.com" rel="nofollow ugc">Custom Posts Manager Pro</a> to get started today!</strong></p>
<h3>Translation</h3>
<p>This plugin is available in the following languages:</p>
<ul>
<li>English (en_US)</li>
<li>Polish (pl_PL)</li>
</ul>
<h3>License</h3>
<p>This plugin is free software; you can redistribute it and/or modify it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation; version 2 of the License, or (at your option) any later version.</p>
<p>This plugin is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU General Public License for more details.</p>
<p>You should have received a copy of the GNU General Public License along with this plugin. If not, see <a href="http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html" rel="nofollow ugc">http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html</a>.</p>
<h3>Donate link</h3>
<p>If you like this plugin and want to support further development, consider donating:</p>
<p><a href="https://ko-fi.com/wpdesigner" rel="nofollow ugc">Donate link</a></p>


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