Can't import external site - wpress file too large

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What issue or error are you experiencing?

I need to export my site to a local environment. When I export it from the web, I get a ~1.5gb .wpress file. I tried importing it in Local with the default wordpress importer, but the file is too large, even after updating all the necessary variables in nginx and Php, the final error is always an nginx 403 - file to large error.

What steps can be taken to replicate the issue? Feel free to include screenshots, videos, etc

Export a large wordpress instance. Try to import it into Local. It will fail if it’s too large :frowning:

System Details

  • Local Version: Version 8.3.1+6650

  • Operating System (OS) and OS version: macOS 14.3 (23D56)

Local Logs

Attach your Local Logs here (Help Doc - Retrieving Local’s Log)

Security Reminder
Local does a pretty good job of scrubbing private info from the logs and the errors it produces, however there’s always the possibility that something private can come through. Because these are public forums, always review the screenshots you are sharing to make sure there isn’t private info like passwords being displayed.

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Hi @mfarenas

You could try using WP Migrate Lite to create a full site export of your live site, and then just drag and drop that zip file into Local:

Alternatively if you have the WP Content and SQL you can spin up a new, blank site in Local and then manually port over your files:

Manually Import a Local Site

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