Export WordPress Users to CSV: A Step-by-Step Guide Using WP All Export

Updated at: 01/06/2025

Managing WordPress users can be a headache, especially with a large user base. This step-by-step guide shows you how to effortlessly export your WordPress users to a CSV file using the powerful WP All Export plugin. Learn how to select specific user data, customize your export, and easily manage your user information outside of WordPress. Say goodbye to manual data entry and hello to streamlined user management!

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Initiate Export

    • Go to WP All Export and select 'New Export'.
    • Select 'Users' from the dropdown menu.
    Select 'Users' from the dropdown menu. Select 'Users' from the dropdown menu.
    Initiate Export

  2. Filter Users

    • Apply filters to exclude users if needed (e.g., the admin account).
    Apply filters to exclude users if needed (e.g., the admin account).
    Filter Users

  3. Customize Export Fields

    • Click 'Customize Export File'.
    • Select the desired user data fields from 'Available Data' and drag them into the 'Export File' section. Remove unnecessary fields.
    Select the desired user data fields from 'Available Data' and drag them into the 'Export File' section. Remove unnecessary fields. Select the desired user data fields from 'Available Data' and drag them into the 'Export File' section. Remove unnecessary fields.
    Customize Export Fields

  4. Refine Column Structure

    • Customize column names as desired.
    • Combine fields if necessary (e.g., first and last name into a single 'Name' column) using custom export fields.
    Combine fields if necessary (e.g., first and last name into a single 'Name' column) using custom export fields. Combine fields if necessary (e.g., first and last name into a single 'Name' column) using custom export fields.
    Refine Column Structure

  5. Review and Adjust

    • Preview the export file to ensure the data is correctly formatted.
    • Adjust export settings (CSV separator, headers, export type, etc.) as needed.
    Adjust export settings (CSV separator, headers, export type, etc.) as needed. Adjust export settings (CSV separator, headers, export type, etc.) as needed.
    Review and Adjust

  6. Export and Download

    • Confirm and run the export.
    • Download the exported CSV file.
    Download the exported CSV file. Download the exported CSV file.
    Export and Download
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Tips

  • Don't include the password field in the export for security reasons; it's hashed anyway and primarily useful for migration.
  • Use the 'custom export fields' to create combined fields or perform other data manipulations (e.g., adding prefixes, concatenating strings).
  • CSV files are compatible with most spreadsheet software, including text editors.
  • For scheduled exports and integrations with other services, consider using Zapier.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Incorrect CSV Delimiter Selection

Reason: Choosing the wrong delimiter (e.g., comma, semicolon, tab) can lead to improperly formatted CSV data, making it difficult or impossible to import into other applications.
Solution: Ensure you select the correct delimiter that matches the expected format of your target application.

2. Failing to Map Custom Fields

Reason: If your WordPress users have custom fields (e.g., via a plugin), omitting them during the export process will result in an incomplete dataset.
Solution: Explicitly select and map all necessary custom fields during the WP All Export configuration.

FAQs

Can I export only specific user data, like usernames and email addresses, instead of all user details?
Yes! WP All Export allows you to customize your export. You can select only the specific user fields you need (username, email, role, etc.) during the export process, ignoring others.
What if I have thousands of users? Will the export process be slow?
While the export time depends on the number of users and your server resources, WP All Export is generally efficient. For very large datasets, consider exporting in batches or optimizing your server for better performance. The plugin often provides progress updates to help you monitor the process.