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How long does WordPress automatically delete trash posts?
By default, trashed posts and comments remain in your database for 30 days giving you enough time to restore them if needed. After 30 days, WordPress automatically deletes all trash content permanently.
How does WP _ delete _ post ( ) work in WordPress?
( WP_Post |false|null) Post data on success, false or null on failure. wp_delete_post () automatically reverts to wp_trash_post () if $force_delete is false, the post_type of $postid is page or post, $postid is not already in the trash and if that trash feature enabled (which it it is by default).
What happens when a post is permanently deleted?
When the post and page is permanently deleted, everything that is tied to it is deleted also. This includes comments, post meta fields, and terms associated with the post. The post or page is moved to Trash instead of permanently deleted unless Trash is disabled, item is already in the Trash, or $force_delete is true.
How do I get rid of the trash folder in WordPress?
With the help of wp-config, you can configure how frequently WordPress empties your trash. You can specify the number of days after which your post, pages, attachments you moved to the Trash folder will be emptied. If you use 0 as value the Trash feature will be completely disabled on your site.
What happens when you delete a comment in WordPress?
When you delete a post, page, or a comment in WordPress, it is marked as trash. You can see the trashed posts or comments by clicking on the Trash link when viewing posts, pages, or comments. By default, these items will remain there for 30 days. After that, WordPress will automatically delete them permanently.
Do you need to disable the Trash function in WordPress?
We don’t recommend disabling the trash functionality in WordPress. It is a great feature that comes in handy when you accidentally delete a post, page, or a comment. However, if you really feel that you don’t need this functionality, and you would rather delete things permanently, then here is what you need to do.