How to convert a WordPress site into a multisite
On BioniWP, you have the ability to create a network of sites on a single WordPress install by using the multisite feature.
To convert your site into a multisite, follow the steps below:
Step 1: Allow Multisite
Youâll first need to enable the âNetwork Setupâ menu item in the WP dashboard. To do this, you must define and allow the multisite in the wp-config.php file which is located within the /htdocs directory of your site. Open up wp-config.php and then add this line directly above where it says /* Thatâs all, stop editing! Happy blogging. */: /* Multisite */ define( 'WP_ALLOW_MULTISITE', true );
Step 2: Setup the Network
Now that you enabled the Network Setup option in the previous step, you can open up the âToolsâ menu within the siteâs WP dashboard. There will be a new option that shows âNetwork Setupâ. After clicking Tools > Network Setup, youâll see a page where you can enter a title for your multisite and define a network admin email address:
NOTE: You may be prompted to disable all of your plugins prior to being able to view the Network Setup page.If so, go to Plugins > All Plugins and select all plugins on your site and disable them and reload the Network Setup page.
IMPORTANT: BionicWP does not currently support sub-domain multisite setups. Please make sure to select the Sub-directories option under âAddresses of Sites in your Networkâ
Step 3: Enable the Network
After clicking the âInstallâ button in the previous step, you will see a page called Enabling the Network along with several lines of code that will need to be added to your wp-config.php file: Copy the network configuration rules, open up the wp-config.php file, and paste them directly above the line that says /* Thatâs all, stop editing! Happy blogging. */: Save the updated wp-config.php file and then reload the WP dashboard.
Step 4: Manage Your Network
In the WP dashboard, there will now be a âMy Sitesâ option in the top toolbar. You can hover over this option to access the multisite options, including adding sub-sites, managing plugins, and changing the network settings: