Website backups are crucial to ensure that your data is safe and recoverable in case of unexpected issues. This guide will walk you through the process of backing up and restoring your website in cPanel.
Backup Process in cPanel:
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Log into cPanel.
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In the Files section, click on Backup.
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Under the Full Backup section, click on Download a Full Website Backup.
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Select the backup destination:
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Choose Home Directory for a full backup, or choose another destination such as Remote FTP Server if you want to store it offsite.
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Select Generate Backup. Once it’s completed, you can download the backup file from the Backups Available for Download section.
Backup Process via File Manager:
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Log into cPanel and open File Manager.
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Navigate to the directory containing your website files (usually public_html).
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Select all files and directories you want to back up.
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Right-click and select Compress to create a
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Download the compressed file to your computer.
Restore Process in cPanel:
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Log into cPanel.
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In the Files section, click on Backup.
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Under the Restore a Home Directory Backup section, click Choose File to select the backup file.
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After selecting the file, click Upload to restore it.
???? Additional Tips:
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Schedule regular backups to avoid losing data.
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For large sites, it's better to back up databases separately using phpMyAdmin or cPanel's Backup Wizard.
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Store backups in multiple locations, including remote servers or cloud storage, to ensure redundancy.
