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WordPress database

Quick answer · What is WordPress database?

The database WordPress uses to store structured site information such as posts, users, settings, and relationships.

IN PRACTICE

WordPress database: an example

Restoring a site's posts usually requires its database as well as relevant application and upload files.

KEEP IN MIND

The media library's records and the actual uploaded files are separate parts of a complete restore.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a practical example of WordPress database?

Restoring a site's posts usually requires its database as well as relevant application and upload files.

Does the WordPress database include the uploaded media files?

The media library's records and the actual uploaded files are separate parts of a complete restore.

Which concepts should I read alongside WordPress database?

Database: An organized collection of data managed so applications can store, query, and update information.
Backup: A recoverable copy of data or system state kept to support restoration after loss or unwanted change.