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WordPress Playground web instance

https://playground.wordpress.net/ is a versatile web tool that allows developers to run WordPress in a browser without needing a server. This environment is particularly useful for testing plugins, themes, and other WordPress features quickly and efficiently.

Key features:

  • Browser-based: No need for a local server setup.
  • Instant Setup: Run WordPress with a single click.
  • Testing Environment: Ideal for testing plugins and themes.

Via Query Params you can directly control the Playground instance. You can assign settings, like WordPress or PHP versions, plugins and theme to install or point to a configuration file called "Blueprint". (check here some examples).

The Playground interface consists of three key sections:

  • Site Explorer

  • Workspace & Settings

  • Site Preview

  • Address Bar

Playground Toolbar Snapshot

Upon clicking the Playground Manager icon you can view the following interface as shown in the screenshot below.

Playground Interface Snapshot

Each of these sections provides essential functionalities for managing the WordPress instance.

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You need to activate "Network access" to be able to browse for plugins and themes from your WordPress instance.

1. Site Explorer​

The Site Explorer panel lets you control the overall Playground browser instance. It allows you to:

Site Explorer Snapshot

  • Manage multiple WordPress sites within the Playground instance.

  • Switch between saved sites and create new instances.

  • Access four key resource links:

  • Utilize the three-dot menu for additional options:

    • Preview WordPress PR
    • Preview Gutenberg PR
    • Import from GitHub
    • Import from Zip

2. Workspace & Settings​

The Workspace & Settings displays the currently selected site. If you only have one site, it defaults to the Temporary Playground. If multiple sites are saved, this section updates based on the selected site from the Site Explorer.

The settings displayed here apply only to the active site and are not global Playground settings. The options include:

  • WordPress Version: Choose from the latest stable version, release candidates (RC), and older versions.

  • PHP Version: Select the PHP version for compatibility testing.

  • Language: Set the WordPress interface language.

  • Network Access: Enable or disable internet access for the site.

  • Multisite Network: Activate the multisite functionality to test networked sites.

Temporary Playground Context​

  • The first site in the Playground is always called the Temporary Playground by default.

  • When additional sites are created, the UI name changes according to the selected site.

  • Changes made in the Temporary Playground are lost upon page refresh.

  • Additional functionalities include:

    • Export to GitHub: Save the current state of the Playground to a GitHub repository.

    • Download Site as .zip: Export the WordPress instance as a zip file.

    • View Blueprint: Check the configuration details of the Playground setup.

    • Report Error: Submit an issue if something goes wrong.

3. Site Preview​

Site Preview Snapshot

The Site Preview is a full-screen display of the currently active WordPress instance. It allows users to interact with their WordPress setup in real-time.

  • The view automatically expands to full screen when selected.

  • Users can return to the other Playground sections using:

    • The left-side icon to navigate back to the Site Explorer.

    • The right-side icon to return to the Workspace & Settings.

4. Address Bar​

Address Bar Snapshot

The Address Bar displays the URL of the current WordPress instance running in Playground. It allows users to:

  • Copy and share the instance URL.

  • Modify query parameters for advanced debugging.

  • Reset the instance to its default state.

attention

The site at https://playground.wordpress.net is there to support the community, but there are no guarantees it will continue to work if the traffic grows significantly.

If you need certain availability, you should host your own WordPress Playground.