WordPress 6.8 is officially out today. WPML 4.7 and newer are already fully compatible with this latest major release.
Updating your website to a new WordPress version should always be stress-free. That’s why WPML compatibility with the latest WordPress versions is among our top priorities.
What’s New in WordPress 6.8
WordPress 6.8 doesn’t add many new features but improves the existing ones. Highlights include:
- Enhanced usability in the Block Editor
- Improvements for Query Loop and Navigation blocks
- Theme enhancements, particularly global styles
- Performance optimizations, fixes, and security improvements
WPML and WordPress 6.8: Fully Compatible
Our rigorous testing confirms that WPML 4.7 and later versions are fully compatible with WordPress 6.8.
Just ensure you’re using the latest WPML version.
As always, before updating WordPress, confirm that other plugins on your site are compatible and back up your site and database for complete safety.
How We Ensure WPML Is Ready for New WordPress Releases
We continuously monitor WordPress development and proactively test compatibility.
For WordPress 6.8, we started comprehensive testing the moment the first beta appeared on March 4th.
Coming Next in WPML 4.7.4
We’re now finalizing WPML 4.7.4, which will include:
- Compatibility with the European Accessibility Act
- Bug fixes and enhancements for popular page builders
You can expect WPML 4.7.4 to be released within the next couple of weeks.
How Do You Do WordPress Updates?
Every site has its own update process. For example, we update our websites gradually, testing first in staging environments.
How do you handle your WordPress updates? Share your experiences and tips in the comments below!