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 6.0 or higher
- PHP 7.4 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
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 Church Plugins → CP Sync (
admin.php?page=cps_settings) - Select and configure your church management system
- Connect your ChMS account
- Configure synchronization options
Note (CP Sync 1.0.0): Settings live under Church Plugins > CP Sync. The old Settings link no longer works. See What’s New in CP Sync 1.0.0.
For detailed configuration instructions, see the API Connections guide.
Verifying Installation
To verify that CP Sync is installed and working correctly:
- Navigate to Church Plugins → 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.