WP Cache Autopilot – Documentation

Getting Started

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This guide helps you get WP Cache Autopilot working in about 5–10 minutes. You will install both plugins, configure basic invalidation (rules that define what refreshes), and verify that automatic warmup is running.

Estimated setup time: 5–10 minutes.

Requirements

  • WordPress 6.5 or later
  • PHP 8.0 or later
  • A supported cache plugin
    • Max execution time: 60s minimum (300s recommended for larger sites)

    Installation

    This section assumes the bundle has been purchased and the ZIP files have been downloaded.

    1. Install both plugins by uploading the plugin ZIP files via Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
    2. Activate Cache Invalidator first, then Cache Warmup.
    3. Both plugins appear in the WordPress admin under their own settings pages, and Cache Warmup is also available in the WP admin bar for quick log access.

    No configuration is required before testing basic operation.

    Operator tip:
    Start with default settings. Most sites work well without advanced configuration. Refine behavior only after verifying the basic pipeline works.

    First Setup Checklist

    1. Verify a supported cache plugin is active.
    2. Configure at least one sitemap URL in Cache Warmup → Sitemaps.
    3. Verify WP-Cron is running in Cache Warmup → Diagnostics.

    Warmup queues depend on WP-Cron execution. For most reliable results it is suggested to set up a server-side cron job.

    Verify It’s Working

    1. Edit a published page and click Update.
    2. Open the Cache Warmup settings page or click on Show log in the Cache Warmup WP admin bar and check the run log.
    3. Look for a new targeted warmup run. The log entry will show the URLs that were queued/warmed.

    Expected result

    You should see at least one warmed URL matching the content you updated.

    Operator tip:
    If this test works, the core pipeline is correctly configured.

    If no run appears, refer to Troubleshooting → URLs Not Warming After Change.

    Next Steps

    After confirming basic operation, refine configuration based on your site’s unique setup.