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description LocalWP Overview

Local, commonly referred to as LocalWP, is a desktop application designed for building and testing WordPress websites locally. Developed by WP Engine, the software provides a localized environment containing Apache or Nginx, MySQL, and PHP, allowing users to create sites without an internet connection. It caters to WordPress developers by streamlining site creation, data migration, and content management workflows across major operating systems.

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Is LocalWP completely free to use?

Yes, LocalWP is a completely free local WordPress development application used by developers to build and test sites offline. While the core app is free, its developer WP Engine offers premium add-ons for advanced team collaboration.

Who developed LocalWP?

The application was developed by WP Engine and was formerly known as Local by Flywheel. WP Engine rebranded the software to LocalWP to reflect its growing popularity in the broader WordPress ecosystem.

What operating systems are supported by LocalWP?

LocalWP is a cross-platform application that works natively on macOS, Windows, and Linux. This allows development teams on different operating systems to easily share their local WordPress environments.

Can I use LocalWP to push a site to a live server?

Yes, LocalWP features direct integration with WP Engine and Flywheel hosting for seamless deployments. This allows developers to easily push their local WordPress site from their computer directly to a live production server.

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