LearnDash Content Cloner is a productivity add-on that allows administrators to duplicate entire LearnDash courses and their structural hierarchies with a single click. It eliminates the manual work of recreating lessons, topics, and quizzes when launching new course versions. Course creators can now replicate complex educational frameworks in seconds rather than hours.
WPExclusive members get access to Content Cloner as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full LearnDash collection →
What Is LearnDash Content Cloner?
LearnDash Content Cloner is developed by LearnDash and is a learning plugin for WordPress. It is designed to extend the core functionality of the LearnDash LMS by providing a native cloning utility. It belongs to the learning category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for educators and course creators.
The plugin solves the problem of repetitive content entry for instructors who need to create multiple versions of the same course. It is built specifically for site owners running the LearnDash LMS who want to maintain consistent course structures without manual duplication.
LearnDash Content Cloner Features
The feature set is built around automating the replication of complex custom post type relationships within the LMS environment.
Hierarchical Duplication
Content Cloner replicates the full course hierarchy including lessons, topics, and quizzes in one action. This ensures that every nested element remains associated with the correct parent course after the clone is complete. It is a vital tool for scaling learning platforms that use standardized curriculum templates.
Title Management and Bulk Editing
The plugin includes a bulk title editor that allows users to rename the course and all associated sub-content at once. This avoids the need to visit individual lesson or quiz pages to remove “Copy” prefixes or update version tags. Admin users can quickly modify titles to reflect new cohorts or semester dates directly after the cloning process.
Workflow Controls
All cloned content is automatically placed into draft status to prevent unfinished courses from appearing to students prematurely. Content Cloner also supports duplicating LearnDash groups and offers options to auto-categorize or tag cloned courses for better organization. These automated settings maintain site hygiene while accelerating the development lifecycle.
Pricing
Content Cloner is included with a standard LearnDash purchase via the official vendor site. WPExclusive members can access it as part of their membership plan, which provides a more cost-effective entry point for developers.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| LearnDash Full License | Varies | 1-10 | Core LMS + Add-ons |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Content Cloner + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Content Cloner plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The current version is 1.3.2. The plugin receives regular updates to ensure compatibility with the core LearnDash LMS and the latest WordPress releases. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install
- Download the Content Cloner .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Ensure the core LearnDash LMS plugin is active on your site
- Navigate to the LearnDash courses list to see the “Clone” option on your courses
Use Cases
Creating Course Templates
Developers can build a master template course with standardized lesson structures and styling then use Content Cloner to deploy new courses rapidly. This is ideal for learning management setups that require a consistent user experience across different subjects.
Semester-Based Cohort Launches
Educational institutions that reuse curriculum each semester can clone the entire course catalog for a new year. Content Cloner allows them to keep student data separate by creating fresh copies of the material for the new student enrollment period.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies building LMS sites for clients can use Content Cloner to speed up content migration and staging. With a WPExclusive membership, developers can install this utility across unlimited client sites without purchasing separate individual licenses.
Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Deep integration with LearnDash hierarchical post types for flawless structure replication
- Saves massive amounts of time by automating lesson, topic, and quiz duplication
- Bulk renaming features prevent the need for repetitive manual edits after cloning
⚠️ Limitations
- Cloned courses cannot be migrated between separate WordPress websites using this plugin
- Requires the core LearnDash LMS plugin to be pre-installed and active
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is LearnDash Content Cloner GPL Licensed?
Yes. LearnDash Content Cloner is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL), the same license that governs WordPress itself. GPL gives any user the legal right to use, study, share, and redistribute the software. This is the legal framework that makes WPExclusive’s membership model possible.
WPExclusive distributes 100% original, unmodified files — the same release the developer publishes. No injected code, no alterations, no security risks.
Get LearnDash Content Cloner on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you LearnDash Content Cloner plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does LearnDash Content Cloner do?
LearnDash Content Cloner is a utility plugin that duplicates entire LearnDash courses including their lessons, topics, and quizzes. Content Cloner allows administrators to create course copies in seconds and bulk rename all components at once.
Is LearnDash Content Cloner free?
Content Cloner is a premium add-on typically bundled with paid LearnDash subscriptions. You can access it via WPExclusive in plans starting from $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of LearnDash Content Cloner?
The current version is 1.3.2. The plugin is actively maintained — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release.
How much does LearnDash Content Cloner cost?
Retail pricing is tied to LearnDash LMS licenses, which vary by site count. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use LearnDash Content Cloner via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
Are cloned courses set to live immediately?
No, Content Cloner automatically sets all duplicated content to draft status. This allows you to verify the structure and titles before making the course public.
