How to Create a Database Backup in Plesk

3 months ago
nikolay
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Creating a database backup in Plesk panel

Option 1: Using phpMyAdmin

  1. Log in to Plesk.

  2. Go to Websites & Domains → Databases.

  3. Find the database you need and click “phpMyAdmin” next to it.

  4. The phpMyAdmin interface will open. Select your database on the left.
  5. Click the Export tab.

  6. Under Export method, choose Quick.
  7. Keep the format as SQL.
  8. Click Go – the backup file will be downloaded to your computer.

Option 2: Using Plesk’s Built-in Tools

  1. Go to Websites & Domains → Backup & Restore.

  2. Click the Back Up button (or “Create Backup”).

  3. Choose the backup type:
    • Full – a complete copy of the entire site.
    • Incremental – only changes since the last full backup.
  4. Check the Back up databases box.
  5. If needed, select a specific database, or leave all selected.
  6. Click OK – the backup will be created.

  7. Once finished, you can download the backup from Backup Manager.

🔐 Security Tips:

  • Use unique names for backup files.
  • Do not store backups in publicly accessible directories (e.g., /httpdocs).
  • Move backups to cloud storage or an offline disk.
  • Encrypt archives containing sensitive information.
  • Back up regularly (1–2 times per week).
  • Always create a backup before updating the site or plugins.

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