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Backup Wizard (Creating Backups)

Updated 2024-08-221 min read

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The Backup Wizard interface allows you to back up all or part of your website, or to restore it from the most recent backup file.

To access this, go to Backup Wizard in the FILE section in cPanel:

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The first screen gives you the option to create or restore a backup file.

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Most users will choose "Full Backup" to get all files, emails and databases.  There is also the option to do partial backups and download your files, databases or email settings individually.

 

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When downloading a full backup, you choose where the backup will be saved and can enter an email address to receive a notification when the backup is complete.  The more files you have, the longer the process will take. 

 

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Once your backup is complete, it will show available for download on the main Backup Wizard Screen.  We recommend saving a copy of your backups on either a local computer or cloud storage like Dropbox or Google Drive.

 

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Frequently asked questions

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Should I choose a full or partial backup?

A full backup covers website files, email and databases. Partial backups let you download specific content such as files, databases or email settings.

How do I know when my backup is ready?

When creating a full backup, you can enter an email address for a completion notification. The completed backup also becomes available to download from the Backup Wizard screen.

What should I do with a downloaded backup?

The guide recommends keeping a copy on your own computer or in cloud storage. The companion restoration guide explains how to upload a backup for recovery. Backup Wizard (Restoring Backups).

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