Problem: The client needs guidance on migrating from a multi-site setup to separate single-language sites, with a focus on making New Zealand the default language site. Solution: We recommend two methods for separating a WPML-powered multilingual site into multiple independent WordPress websites: Method 1: Manual Site Duplication and Cleanup 1. Duplicate the site: Create a full copy of your website for each target language using a plugin such as Duplicator. 2. Remove unwanted languages: On the duplicated site, delete all pages, posts, products, and media belonging to the other languages. 3. Remove or simplify WPML: Deactivate and uninstall WPML, or reconfigure it so the site runs as a single-language installation. Method 2: Export and Import Language-Specific Content 1. Export content: Use WP All Export to export posts, pages, or products, filtering by the required language. 2. Import content: Import the exported data into a fresh WordPress installation using WP All Import.
If this solution does not apply to your case, or if it seems outdated, we highly recommend checking related known issues at https://wpml.org/known-issues/, verifying the version of the permanent fix, and confirming that you have installed the latest versions of themes and plugins. Should you need further assistance, please open a new support ticket at WPML support forum.
