How to Use the Backup Wizard in cPanel

The Backup Wizard in cPanel is a user-friendly, step-by-step tool designed to make creating and restoring backups straightforward - even if you've never done it before. It guides you through the process without needing to understand every technical detail.

Accessing the Backup Wizard

1. Log in to your cPanel account at yourdomain.com/cpanel.
2. Go to the Files section and click Backup Wizard.

Creating a Backup with the Wizard

1. Click Back Up on the main Backup Wizard screen.
2. Choose what you want to back up:
   • Full Backup - everything including files, databases, and email settings.
   • Home Directory - just your website files.
   • MySQL Databases - your databases only.
   • Email Forwarders and Filters - your email configuration.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts and click Generate Backup.
4. Download the backup file to your computer once it's ready.

Restoring a Backup with the Wizard

1. Click Restore from the main Backup Wizard screen.
2. Select the type of data you want to restore.
3. Upload the backup file from your computer.
4. The wizard will process and restore your data automatically.

Tips for Using the Backup Wizard

Always store backups in at least two places - on the server and on your local computer or cloud storage. The Backup Wizard makes it easy to download your files directly to your computer.

For automated daily backups with easy restoration, dotCanada also offers JetBackup, available directly in your cPanel. If you need help, please contact our support team.