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Connect Your WordPress Site

Connecting your WordPress site to Docswrite is simple and takes just a few steps. This guide works for both WordPress.com and self-hosted WordPress sites.

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Connection Process

1

Copy your WordPress Site URL

First, copy your WordPress site URL. You can find it in your WordPress Dashboard → Settings → General → Site Address (URL).

Make sure to copy the Site Address (URL), not the WordPress Address.

2

Click on Connect WordPress Site

In your Docswrite dashboard, click on the “Connect WordPress Site” button. This will open a connection modal.

3

Paste your WordPress Site URL

Paste your WordPress Site URL in the connection modal and click the “Connect” button.

4

Authorize Docswrite

You’ll be redirected to your WordPress site where you need to authorize Docswrite. Click the “Approve” button to grant permissions.

This gives Docswrite permission to:

  • Create and publish posts
  • Upload images to your media library
  • Access categories and tags
  • Set post metadata and SEO settings

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WordPress.com vs Self-Hosted

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WordPress.com Sites

For WordPress.com hosted sites, the connection process is straightforward - just follow the steps above and you’re ready to go!

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Self-Hosted WordPress Sites

For self-hosted WordPress sites, you may need to:

  1. Enable Application Passwords (WordPress 5.6+)
  2. Install our WordPress Plugin for enhanced features
  3. Check Permissions to ensure your user can publish posts

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Troubleshooting Self-Hosted Sites

If you’re having trouble connecting your self-hosted WordPress site:

Check WordPress Version

  • Ensure you’re running WordPress 5.6 or higher
  • Application passwords are required for authentication

Enable Application Passwords

// Add to your wp-config.php if needed
define('WP_ENVIRONMENT_TYPE', 'production');

Plugin Installation Consider installing our WordPress Plugin for:

  • Better compatibility
  • Enhanced SEO features
  • Improved error handling

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Connection Requirements

Your WordPress site must have:

  • ✅ WordPress 5.6 or higher
  • ✅ REST API enabled (default)
  • ✅ User with publishing permissions
  • ✅ HTTPS enabled (recommended)

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Security & Permissions

Docswrite uses secure OAuth 2.0 authentication and only requests the minimum permissions needed:

  • Posts: Create, edit, and publish posts/pages
  • Media: Upload and manage images
  • Categories/Tags: Create and assign categories and tags
  • Users: Access author information

You can revoke access at any time from your WordPress admin panel.

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After Connection

Once connected, you can:

  • ✅ Publish Google Docs directly to WordPress
  • ✅ Schedule posts for future publication
  • ✅ Set categories, tags, and SEO metadata
  • ✅ Upload and optimize images automatically
  • ✅ Use all Docswrite features and integrations

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Multiple WordPress Sites

You can connect multiple WordPress sites to the same Docswrite account:

  1. Complete the connection process for each site
  2. Select the target site when publishing
  3. Use different parameters for different sites
  4. Set up separate Zapier workflows if needed

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Need Help?

If you’re having trouble connecting your WordPress site:

Check Requirements

Verify your WordPress meets the requirements

Install Plugin

Enhanced compatibility with our WordPress plugin

Contact Support

Get help from our support team

View FAQs

Common WordPress connection issues

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Next Steps

Once your WordPress site is connected: