How to do Manual or Scheduled Backups in BackWPup

Backup can be started either immediately or scheduled. You can choose between different ways a backup can be executed.

Manual Backup

To execute a backup at any time, use the Backup Now button. This option is useful when you need a current copy of your site, such as before applying updates or making significant changes.

Scheduled Backups

Scheduled backups automate the process, saving your data at specified intervals without requiring manual intervention.

Setting Up a Scheduled Backup:

1. Access Scheduled Settings: Navigate to the ‘Next Scheduled Backups’ section on the dashboard.

2. Modify Backup Schedules: Click on the ‘Frequency’ option under backup job to set up or adjust the schedule.

3. Customize Frequency and Timing:

   • Choose how often the backup should occur (hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly).

   • For weekly backups, specify the day of the week and the time. For example, you might choose late Sunday night to minimize disruption.
     

   • Adjustments can be made to optimize performance, like scheduling backups during off-peak hours.

By configuring these settings, your backups will run automatically at the chosen times, ensuring that your site’s data is consistently protected without manual oversight.