There are various ways to automate WordPress database backups. Here’s a step-by-step guide using the Duplicator plugin:
- Install Duplicator: To start, you need to install a backup plugin like Duplicator. This plugin makes it easy to create manual backups and automatic backup schedules. It also offers a migration feature, so you can use Duplicator to move your WordPress installation to another host, server, or domain name.
- Create a Backup Template: Before creating an automatic backup schedule, you need to build a template for it. In Duplicator, templates control how a backup package is built. You can customize your template with specific files and database tables that you’d like backed up. To create a template, go to
Duplicator Pro » Tools » Templates. Here, you’ll see a default template that builds a complete backup of your WordPress site. If you want to create a custom template, click onAdd Newin the top right corner, name the template, and edit the archive file to only include the data you want to be backed up.
- Create a New Backup Schedule: After setting up your template, you can create a new backup schedule. Go to
Duplicator Pro » Schedules » Add New. Name your backup schedule, select your template, choose a storage location, and customize when your backup will run (monthly, weekly, hourly, or daily). Also, set a start time for the backup process. Finally, enable the schedule and save it. You can view your new WordPress auto backup on theSchedulespage.
Remember, the goal of automating backups is to ensure your data is safely stored and can be restored quickly in case of any issues. Always test your backups to ensure they work correctly and can be successfully restored.
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