Step 1: Log in to cPanel
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Use your domain URL with cPanel (e.g.
yourdomain.com/cpanel) -
Enter your username and password
Step 2: Open Softaculous Apps Installer
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Scroll down to the "Software" section
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Click on "Softaculous Apps Installer"
Step 3: Go to 'Installations'
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In Softaculous, click the "All Installations" icon (box with a stacked page icon) in the top right corner
Or click “Installations” from the left sidebar.
Step 4: Find Your WordPress Site
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You'll see a list of all apps installed through Softaculous
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Locate your WordPress installation
Step 5: Click the Backup Icon
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On the right side of your WordPress row, click the backup icon (a small box with an arrow or a floppy disk symbol)
Step 6: Configure Backup Options
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You will see:
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✅ Backup Directory: Check this to include your WordPress files
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✅ Backup Database: Check this to include your database
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Keep both options selected for a full backup
Step 7: Start the Backup
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Click “Backup Installation”
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Wait as Softaculous creates the backup (this may take a few minutes)
Step 8: Backup Complete
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A message will appear when the backup is done
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You can now find your backup under:
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Softaculous > Backups tab
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You can download, restore, or delete it from here
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Pro Tip:
It's good practice to download backups regularly to your computer or external drive, especially before making major changes or updates.
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