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Some MainWP add-ons require third-party plugins to be installed on your child sites. When you open an add-on page, the Dashboard checks for missing required plugins and prompts you to install them.

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What You’ll Learn

  • How the required plugins check works
  • How to install required plugins
  • What happens if you dismiss the prompt

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How the Check Works

The required plugin check is triggered when you open an add-on page (e.g., Dashboard > Add-ons > UpdraftPlus). Animation showing required plugins installation prompt when opening an add-on If any required plugins are missing from your child sites, a popup modal appears with installation options.

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Installing Required Plugins

When the prompt appears, you have two options:
Installed plugins are automatically activated on child sites.

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After Installation

After installing the required plugins, synchronize your Dashboard with child sites for the add-on to detect the newly installed plugins. Go to MainWP > Sites > Manage Sites and click Sync Dashboard or wait for the next automatic sync.

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Dismissed Prompt Timing

If you dismiss the modal by clicking Close, the next check for required plugins will occur no sooner than 30 days later. To trigger an immediate check, deactivate and reactivate the add-on, then open the add-on page again.

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Self-Check Checklist

  • Opened add-on page to trigger check
  • Installed required plugins (if prompted)
  • Synchronized Dashboard with child sites
  • Add-on showing expected functionality