How to Enable Automatic WordPress Backups via cPanel

Why Automatic Backups Are Important

• Prevents data loss from malware, server issues, or human error
• Makes it easy to restore your site to a previous working state
• Essential before updates or major changes to themes/plugins

Method 1: Use JetBackup for Automatic Backups

1. Login to your cPanel account provided by Hiverift.
2. Locate and click on the JetBackup section.
3. Select Backup Jobs or Full Backups.
4. Choose your backup schedule (daily, weekly, or monthly).
5. Set the number of backups you want to retain.
6. Save the settings to start automatic backups.

Note: JetBackup availability depends on your hosting plan.

Method 2: Enable Auto Backups via Softaculous

1. In cPanel, go to Softaculous Apps Installer.
2. Click on WordPress > Installations.
3. Click the Edit icon next to your WordPress site.
4. Scroll to Automated Backups and select a schedule (e.g., daily or weekly).
5. Set backup rotation (how many backups to keep).
6. Save changes to enable auto backups.

Alternative: WordPress Backup Plugins

If your hosting plan doesn’t support JetBackup or Softaculous, you can use plugins:

• UpdraftPlus – Backup to Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.
• BackupBuddy – Scheduled backups and easy site migrations
• BackWPup – Automate backup jobs and store on cloud

Install from the WordPress dashboard and configure automatic scheduling.

Restoring Your WordPress Site

• Use JetBackup > Restore to roll back your website to a chosen backup.
• Or use Softaculous > Installations > Restore option for your site.
• Follow on-screen instructions to complete the restoration.

Tips for Managing WordPress Backups

• Keep offsite copies (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.) for extra safety.
• Monitor email notifications to know when backups succeed or fail.
• Always perform a manual backup before major updates.