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Uninstall AISEOmatic AI – Safe Removal Guide (Lite/Pro)

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Voici la version transformée pour AISEOmatic basée sur le guide de désinstallation sécurisée :


Uninstall AISEOmatic AI – Safe Removal Guide (Lite/Pro) #

🗑️ Complete and Clean Uninstallation Guide #

Remove AISEOmatic safely and completely — with or without preserving your data and settings.

This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about uninstalling AISEOmatic AI from your WordPress site, whether you’re switching plugins, troubleshooting issues, or simply no longer need AI-first optimization.


📋 Before You Uninstall #

Important Considerations #

Think Before You Remove:

Before uninstalling AISEOmatic, consider these questions:

Why are you uninstalling?

  • Troubleshooting an issue? → Try deactivating first instead
  • Switching to another plugin? → AISEOmatic can run alongside others
  • Cost concerns? → Free version available with core features
  • Not seeing results? → Most sites see impact within 2-4 weeks

What will you lose?

  • AI Sitemap optimization
  • AI Score analytics
  • Bot detection data
  • Automated schema markup
  • Content optimization history
  • All reporting data

Have you backed up your data?

  • Export settings (can be imported later)
  • Save reports (CSV/JSON)
  • Screenshot key metrics
  • Document your configuration

What Happens When You Uninstall #

Immediate Effects:

Stopped Functionality:

  • ❌ AI Sitemap stops updating
  • ❌ AI Score calculation ceases
  • ❌ Bot detection monitoring ends
  • ❌ Schema markup removed
  • ❌ Automated optimization stops
  • ❌ Dashboard becomes inaccessible

What Remains:

  • ✅ Your original content (unchanged)
  • ✅ WordPress installation (unaffected)
  • ✅ Other plugins (continue working)
  • ✅ Site theme and design (intact)

What Gets Removed:

  • Plugin files and folders
  • Database tables (optional)
  • Settings and configuration
  • Optimization history
  • Bot visit logs
  • AI Score data

🔧 Uninstallation Methods #

Complete Clean Removal

This method removes AISEOmatic completely while giving you the option to preserve or delete all data.

Step 1: Export Your Settings (Optional)

If you might reinstall later:

  1. Go to AISEOmatic → Settings → Import/Export
  2. Click Export Settings
  3. Save the JSON file to your computer
  4. Export reports if needed (CSV/JSON)

Step 2: Deactivate the Plugin

  1. Go to Plugins → Installed Plugins
  2. Find AISEOmatic AI
  3. Click Deactivate
  4. Plugin stops running but files remain

Step 3: Delete the Plugin

  1. After deactivation, click Delete
  2. Confirmation dialog appears
  3. IMPORTANT CHOICE:
    • Delete data: Removes everything (database tables, settings, logs)
    • Keep data: Preserves settings for potential reinstall

For Lite/Free Version:

  • Default: Keeps some data
  • Settings → Delete all data option available

For Pro Version:

  • You choose during deletion
  • License remains valid for reinstall
  1. Click OK to confirm deletion
  2. WordPress removes plugin files
  3. Success message appears

Step 4: Verify Complete Removal

  1. Check Plugins page – AISEOmatic should be gone
  2. Visit yoursite.com/ai-sitemap.xml – should return 404 error
  3. Check WordPress → Tools – no AISEOmatic entries
  4. View page source – no AISEOmatic schema markup

Time Required: 5-10 minutes
Downtime: None
Data Loss: Your choice (keep or delete)
Difficulty: Easy


Method 2: Deactivation Only (Temporary) #

Keep Plugin Installed, Stop It From Running

Use this method if you’re troubleshooting or want to pause optimization temporarily.

When to Use:

  • Testing compatibility issues
  • Troubleshooting conflicts
  • Temporary site maintenance
  • Comparing with/without plugin
  • Preserving all settings and data

Steps:

  1. Go to Plugins → Installed Plugins
  2. Find AISEOmatic AI
  3. Click Deactivate
  4. Plugin stops but everything preserved

What’s Preserved:

  • ✅ All settings and configuration
  • ✅ Database tables and data
  • ✅ License activation (Pro)
  • ✅ Bot visit history
  • ✅ AI Score records
  • ✅ Reports and exports

What Stops:

  • ❌ AI Sitemap updates
  • ❌ New AI Score calculations
  • ❌ Bot detection monitoring
  • ❌ Automated optimizations
  • ❌ Dashboard access

To Reactivate:

  1. Go to Plugins → Installed Plugins
  2. Find AISEOmatic AI
  3. Click Activate
  4. Everything resumes where it left off

Time Required: 30 seconds
Downtime: None
Data Loss: None
Difficulty: Very Easy


Method 3: Manual File Deletion (Advanced) #

For Advanced Users / Emergency Removal

Use this method if you can’t access WordPress dashboard or standard uninstall fails.

Requirements:

  • FTP/SFTP access to your server
  • Database access (phpMyAdmin)
  • Technical knowledge
  • Backup before proceeding

⚠️ WARNING: This method permanently deletes all data. No recovery possible.

Step 1: Backup Everything

  1. Download entire WordPress installation via FTP
  2. Export database via phpMyAdmin
  3. Store backups securely off-site

Step 2: Delete Plugin Files via FTP

  1. Connect to server via FTP client
  2. Navigate to /wp-content/plugins/
  3. Locate aiseomatic-ai folder
  4. Delete the entire folder
  5. Verify deletion complete

Step 3: Remove Database Tables

  1. Access phpMyAdmin
  2. Select your WordPress database
  3. Find tables with wp_aiseoai_ prefix (or your custom prefix)

Tables to delete:

  • wp_aiseoai_settings
  • wp_aiseoai_scores
  • wp_aiseoai_bots
  • wp_aiseoai_reports
  • wp_aiseoai_cache
  • Any other wp_aiseoai_* tables
  1. Select all AISEOmatic tables
  2. Choose Drop from dropdown
  3. Confirm deletion

Step 4: Clean WordPress Options

  1. In phpMyAdmin, go to wp_options table
  2. Search for entries containing aiseomatic
  3. Delete these option rows:
    • aiseomatic_settings
    • aiseomatic_license
    • aiseomatic_version
    • aiseomatic_activation_date
    • Any other aiseomatic_* entries

Step 5: Remove Transients

  1. In wp_options, search for _transient_aiseo
  2. Delete all matching transient entries
  3. Search for _site_transient_aiseo
  4. Delete all matching entries

Step 6: Clean Post Meta (Optional)

  1. Go to wp_postmeta table
  2. Search for _aiseomatic_* meta keys
  3. Delete if you want to remove all AISEOmatic post data
  4. Warning: This removes AI Scores from all posts

Step 7: Verify Complete Removal

  1. Log into WordPress admin
  2. Go to Plugins – AISEOmatic should not appear
  3. Check for database errors
  4. Test site functionality
  5. Clear all caches

Time Required: 20-30 minutes
Downtime: 5-10 minutes
Data Loss: Complete (permanent)
Difficulty: Advanced


📊 Data Management Options #

Option 1: Complete Clean Slate #

Remove Everything

When to choose:

  • Permanently switching plugins
  • No plans to reinstall
  • Want database fully clean
  • Starting fresh approach

What gets deleted:

  • All settings and configurations
  • AI Scores for all content
  • Bot visit history and logs
  • Generated reports
  • Cache data
  • License activation record
  • Post meta data

How to execute:

  • Choose “Delete all data” during uninstall
  • Or use Manual File Deletion method
  • Cannot be undone

Option 2: Preserve Settings for Reinstall #

Keep Configuration, Remove Plugin

When to choose:

  • Might reinstall later
  • Switching temporarily
  • Testing other solutions
  • Want to preserve setup work

What gets preserved:

  • Core settings and configuration
  • License key (Pro)
  • API keys (if entered)
  • Custom configurations

What gets deleted:

  • Plugin files
  • Most database tables
  • Active processes
  • Cache data

How to execute:

  • Export settings before uninstall
  • Choose “Keep settings” during uninstall (if available)
  • Save JSON backup externally

To restore later:

  1. Reinstall AISEOmatic
  2. Go to Settings → Import/Export
  3. Upload saved JSON file
  4. Click Import Settings
  5. Configuration restored instantly

Option 3: Archive Complete History #

Save Everything for Records

When to choose:

  • Need historical data
  • Compliance/audit requirements
  • Client reporting needs
  • Performance benchmarking

What to export before uninstall:

Settings:

  • Go to AISEOmatic → Settings → Import/Export
  • Click Export Settings
  • Save JSON file

Reports:

  • Go to AISEOmatic → Reporting
  • Export CSV: AI Scores, Bot Logs, Optimization History
  • Save all CSV files

Screenshots:

  • Dashboard overview
  • AI Score trends
  • Bot activity graphs
  • Key metrics

Database Backup:

  • Use phpMyAdmin to export AISEOmatic tables
  • Save as SQL file

Storage:

  • Create folder: AISEOmatic_Archive_2025
  • Store all exports
  • Add notes document
  • Back up off-site

🔄 Alternative: Switching to Free Version #

Downgrade Instead of Uninstall

If cost is the concern, don’t uninstall — downgrade to Free version instead.

How to Downgrade from Pro to Lite:

Method 1: Let License Expire

  1. Don’t renew Pro license
  2. Plugin continues working
  3. Pro features gradually lock
  4. Core features remain active
  5. No data loss

Method 2: Deactivate License

  1. Go to AISEOmatic → License
  2. Click Deactivate License
  3. Confirm deactivation
  4. License freed for other site
  5. Plugin reverts to Free features

What You Keep (Free Version):

  • ✅ Basic AI Sitemap
  • ✅ Essential schema markup
  • ✅ Basic AI Score
  • ✅ Core optimization
  • ✅ All your content

What You Lose (Pro Features):

  • ❌ Advanced bot detection
  • ❌ Detailed analytics
  • ❌ Full reporting suite
  • ❌ AI summaries
  • ❌ Priority support
  • ❌ Advanced schema types

🛡️ Safe Uninstall Checklist #

Before Uninstalling:

  • Backup entire WordPress site
  • Export AISEOmatic settings (JSON)
  • Export all reports (CSV)
  • Screenshot dashboard metrics
  • Document custom configurations
  • Check site traffic timing (avoid peak hours)
  • Disable caching plugins
  • Create restore point

During Uninstallation:

  • Follow chosen method completely
  • Don’t interrupt process
  • Monitor for error messages
  • Keep browser open until complete

After Uninstalling:

  • Verify plugin removed from Plugins page
  • Test AI Sitemap URL (should 404)
  • Check page source (no AISEOmatic markup)
  • Test site functionality
  • Clear all caches
  • Re-enable caching plugins
  • Monitor site for 24 hours
  • Submit updated sitemap to search engines

🔍 Troubleshooting Uninstall Issues #

Problem: Can’t Delete Plugin #

Error Message: “Deletion failed” or “Could not remove”

Solutions:

  1. Check File Permissions
    • Via FTP, verify folder permissions
    • Plugin folder should be 755
    • Change if different
  2. Deactivate First
    • Must deactivate before deleting
    • Can’t delete active plugin
  3. Check for File Locks
    • Close all FTP connections
    • Stop any backup processes
    • Wait a few minutes, try again
  4. Use FTP Method
    • Delete files manually via FTP
    • Then clean database

Problem: Database Tables Won’t Delete #

Error Message: “Cannot drop table” or permission errors

Solutions:

  1. Check Database User Permissions
    • User needs DROP privileges
    • Contact hosting if limited
  2. Delete Tables One at a Time
    • Don’t batch delete
    • Delete individually
    • Reduces error likelihood
  3. Export Before Delete
    • Export table first
    • Then try deletion
    • Backup in case needed

Problem: Settings Remain After Deletion #

Issue: Options still in database after uninstall

Solutions:

  1. Manual Options Cleanup
    • Go to wp_options table
    • Search for aiseomatic
    • Delete all matching entries
  2. Use Database Cleanup Plugin
    • Install WP-Optimize or similar
    • Run database cleanup
    • Removes orphaned data

Problem: White Screen After Uninstall #

Issue: Site breaks after removing plugin

Solutions:

  1. Check for Theme Dependency
    • Some themes may reference plugin
    • Switch to default theme temporarily
    • Contact theme developer
  2. Clear All Caches
    • Server cache
    • Plugin cache
    • Browser cache
    • CDN cache
  3. Check Error Logs
    • Review PHP error logs
    • Identify specific issue
    • Fix or contact support
  4. Restore from Backup
    • If site completely broken
    • Restore pre-uninstall backup
    • Investigate before retry

📞 Post-Uninstall Support #

If You Need Help #

Contact Support:

  • Email: support@aiseomatic.com
  • Subject: “Uninstall Assistance”
  • Include: WordPress version, uninstall method used, any errors

Community Resources:

  • Forum: community.aiseomatic.com
  • Documentation: aiseomatic.com/docs
  • FAQ: aiseomatic.com/faq

🔄 Reinstalling After Uninstall #

Coming Back to AISEOmatic #

Reinstallation Process:

  1. Install Fresh Copy
    • Download latest version
    • Install via WordPress
  2. Restore Settings (If Saved)
    • Go to Settings → Import/Export
    • Upload saved JSON
    • Click Import
  3. Reactivate License (Pro)
    • Enter license key
    • Validate activation
    • Pro features unlock
  4. Verify Functionality
    • Check AI Sitemap
    • Review Dashboard
    • Test features
  5. Resume Optimization
    • Plugin picks up where it left off
    • May recalculate some scores
    • Full functionality restored

🎯 Alternative Solutions #

Before You Uninstall, Consider: #

Issue: Plugin Conflicts → Solution: Use Compatibility Mode, exclude conflicting routes

Issue: Site Speed → Solution: Adjust automation frequency, enable caching

Issue: Not Seeing Results → Solution: Wait 4-6 weeks, review AI Score suggestions

Issue: Too Complex → Solution: Use default settings, plugin works autonomously

Issue: Cost → Solution: Switch to Free version, core features remain

Issue: Support Needed → Solution: Contact support before uninstalling


⚠️ Final Warnings #

Important Reminders:

Data is Permanent

  • Deleted data cannot be recovered
  • No “undo” for complete removal
  • Export everything important first

License Implications (Pro)

  • Uninstalling doesn’t cancel license
  • License remains valid
  • Can be used on different site
  • Contact support to transfer

SEO Impact

  • AI Sitemap disappears immediately
  • Schema markup removed
  • May affect AI engine rankings
  • Traffic impact possible

No Refunds for Uninstall

  • Uninstalling doesn’t entitle refund
  • Check refund policy separately
  • Contact support if within guarantee period

✅ Clean Uninstall Summary #

Quick Reference:

  1. Export settings and data
  2. Deactivate plugin
  3. Delete plugin
  4. Choose data handling option
  5. Verify removal
  6. Clear caches

Preservation Uninstall #

  1. Export all settings
  2. Export all reports
  3. Screenshot metrics
  4. Deactivate plugin
  5. Delete plugin (keep data if option)
  6. Store exports safely

Complete Removal #

  1. Backup site
  2. Delete via WordPress
  3. Choose “Delete all data”
  4. Manually remove remnants (if needed)
  5. Clean database
  6. Verify complete removal

AISEOmatic has been successfully removed from your WordPress site.

Thank you for using AISEOmatic AI. We’re here if you need us again.

Questions? Contact: support@aiseomatic.com

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