This guide will walk you through the process of installing and activating the CP-Sync plugin on your WordPress website.
Requirements
Before installing CP-Sync, ensure your website meets these requirements:
- WordPress 5.3 or higher
- PHP 7.2 or higher
- MySQL 5.6 or higher
- Access to a supported Church Management System (PCO or CCB)
- Administrator access to your WordPress website
Installation Process
Automatic Installation
- Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard
- Navigate to Plugins → Add New
- In the search field, type “CP-Sync”
- Click “Install Now” when you see the CP-Sync plugin
- After installation, click “Activate” to enable the plugin
Manual Installation
- Download the CP-Sync plugin ZIP file from the Church Plugins website
- Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard
- Navigate to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Click “Choose File” and select the ZIP file you downloaded
- Click “Install Now”
- After installation, click “Activate” to enable the plugin
Post-Installation Setup
After activating the plugin, you’ll need to:
- Navigate to Settings → CP Sync
- Select and configure your church management system
- Connect your ChMS account
- Configure synchronization options
For detailed configuration instructions, see the API Connections guide.
Verifying Installation
To verify that CP-Sync is installed and working correctly:
- Navigate to Settings → CP Sync
- Ensure you can access the settings page
- Connect to your ChMS
- Run a test sync to ensure data is being imported properly
Troubleshooting Installation
If you encounter issues during installation:
- Ensure your server meets the requirements
- Check for plugin conflicts
- Verify you have the latest version of the plugin
- Check your PHP error logs for any related errors
For further assistance, see the Getting Help section.