Why Backup?
Updates rarely cause issues, but when they do, a backup lets you restore in minutes instead of hours of troubleshooting.
What to Backup
- Database: Contains all pricing tables
- Plugins folder: /wp-content/plugins/
- Uploads: Any table images/assets
- Theme: Custom CSS affecting tables
Recommended Backup Plugins
UpdraftPlus (Free)
- Install UpdraftPlus
- Settings → UpdraftPlus Backups
- Click Backup Now
- Select both Database and Files
- Download backup files
BackupBuddy (Paid)
Full-featured automated backups with easy restore.
VaultPress (Jetpack)
Real-time backups and security scanning.
✅ Schedule It: Set up automatic daily backups. Then you're always protected, not just before updates.
