How to Create a Server Backup in Plesk?

Concerned about the potential loss of data? Acquire the knowledge to generate a comprehensive backup of your server by utilizing Plesk's Backup Manager. Below steps will provide step-by-step instructions on how to choose the content, storage location, and settings for a reliable backup that ensures security.

1.  Log in to your Plesk control panel using your login credentials. 

2.  Click "Tools & Settings" on the left side of the admin homepage. 

3.  Under the "Tools & Resources" section, click "Backup Manager." 

4.  Click the "Backup" button to start the process of creating a new server backup. 

5.  Select the content you wish to backup. 

6.  Configure the backup storage, choosing a backup type and backup settings. 

7.  To locate the backup storage location in Plesk Windows, check the %plesk\_dir%\Backup\ folder. 

For a backup of specific users, use the command ./pleskbackup domain --domains-name exampleuser -output-file /backup/exampleuser\_backup.tar

 


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