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How do I restore a post or page from the WordPress trash?

Asked on Oct 04, 2025

Answer

Restoring a post or page from the WordPress trash is a straightforward process that can be done directly from the WordPress dashboard. This feature allows you to recover content that was previously deleted.
  1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
  2. Navigate to the "Posts" or "Pages" section, depending on what you want to restore.
  3. Click on the "Trash" link to view items that have been deleted.
  4. Hover over the post or page you wish to restore and click the "Restore" link that appears.
Additional Comment:
  • Items in the trash can be restored within 30 days before they are permanently deleted.
  • Restoring a post or page will return it to its previous status (e.g., draft, published).
  • Ensure you have the necessary permissions to restore content if you are not the site administrator.
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