It is possible to set the site URL manually in the wp-config.php file to override the database values. This is useful when syncing a database from the live site.
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Override Site URL in wp-config.php
Edit wp-config.php
Add these two lines to your wp-config.php, where “example.com” is the correct location of your site.
define('WP_HOME','http://example.com');
define('WP_SITEURL','http://example.com');
Reference: https://codex.wordpress.org/Changing_The_Site_URLUK WordPress Support
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WPHelpDesk Difficulty Rating
Simple All WordPress users should be able to manage this
Basic You’ll need to to be familiar with adding content to a WordPress website
Intermediate You’ll need to know your way around most of the WordPress dashboard and be familiar with installing themes and plugins.
Advanced You will need to be comfortable with all aspects of WordPress Administration including installing and configuring themes and advanced plugins
Expert You will need to be comfortable with coding, editing databases and other tasks that could permanently damage your website. Proceed with caution!
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