Local WordPress Development Tool
Local development made easy
Join 150,000+ developers already using Local. Build, test, and deploy sites faster with the #1 WordPress® local development tool.1
Simplified local development
Setup and use with ease. You can get started in minutes with a simple installation process, an intuitive user interface, and easy ways to work with your sites.
Powerful developer tools
Increase your productivity with testing and debugging tools such as WP-CLI, MailHog, and Xdebug. Gain easy access to log files for PHP, NGINX, & MySQL.
Seamless integration with WP Engine
Save time and effort with easier site setups, faster push and pull deploys, and expert technical support from WP Engine.
Features you need to develop locally
One-click admin
No need to manage various usernames and passwords. Seamlessly log in to your site with one-click in Local!
Built for your machine
Native apps for Mac, Windows, and Linux. Download for free. Easy install.
Flexible environment options
Hot-swap PHP versions or try out the latest version of MySQL on a per-site basis. Everything will stay up and running!
Easy site organization
Drag-n-drop your sites into groups that make sense for the way you manage projects.
Simple demo URLs
Show off your latest work with Live Link shareable URLs to demo your work to clients, collaborators, and friends.
SSH access + WP-CLI ready
Simple root SSH access to individual sites for command-line competent users with all the power of WP-CLI ready to go.
From scratch, or from a clone
Spin up a fresh install, or easily drag-n-drop a complete clone of a site with the help of WP Migrate.
Test emails
Easily test how your site is handling outgoing emails with the MailHog extension. Perfect for eCommerce and user-centric sites.
Easier debugging
Utilize log files and xdebug to delve into debugging issues by peeling back the layers when you need.
Local Connect
The easiest in-app way to push and pull your sites from your WP Engine hosting account.
Site backups
Keep your workspace clean and your site files safe with easy push and pull from Local to Google Drive or Dropbox.
SSL support
Any site created via Local will automatically have a self-signed certificate created. Green padlock achieved!
How to connect Local to WP EngineGet started
- 1Download Local
Get started by downloading Local for free. It is available for Mac, Windows, and Linux (including Debian and RPM based distros).
- 2Connect with WP Engine
Navigate to the Connect tab to log in with your WP Engine account.
- 3Deploy your local sites to staging and production
Once connected, you can push local sites up your staging or production sites, or easily pull a copy of a live site to local environment for offline editing!
