Overview

Backups are one of the most important safety measures for any website. They help you recover from accidental changes, plugin problems, broken updates, and other issues.

What a Backup May Include

• Website files
• Databases
• Email data in some cases
• Configuration settings tied to the application

Why You Should Not Rely on Only One Backup

Even if a hosting environment includes backup tools, it is still smart to keep your own copies for major sites or business critical data. Redundancy is part of good website management.

When to Back Up

• Before updating WordPress or plugins
• Before redesign work
• Before editing configuration files
• Before moving a live site

If you need help planning a safer website workflow, explore our support resources or contact us.