How to Restore Backups with the JetBackup for WordPress Plugin

This comprehensive guide will walk you through the process of restoring backups efficiently using the JetBackup for WordPress plugin. Whether you need to revert to a previous state due to an error, an update issue, or simply to recover data, JetBackup provides a straightforward solution for managing your WordPress site's integrity.

Step 1: Choose a Backup to Restore

• Navigate to the JetBackup > Backups section within your WordPress dashboard.
• Carefully review the available backups, paying close attention to the backup date and specific details to ensure you select the correct version for restoration.

Step 2: Initiate the Restore Process

• Once you've identified the desired backup, click the "Restore" button associated with it.
• A confirmation popup will appear. Take a moment to review the restoration details presented, then proceed by clicking the "Add to Queue" button to begin the process.

Important Restore Options

Before proceeding, JetBackup offers several crucial options to customize your restoration:

Select Tables

• This option allows you to meticulously select specific tables from your database to be either included in or excluded from the restore operation. This is particularly useful for advanced users who need granular control over database recovery.

Files Restore

• Here, you can choose the specific files restore option, determining which files will be included in the restoration. This provides flexibility for restoring only necessary files without affecting others.

File/Folders to Exclude

• To prevent certain files or folders from being overwritten or restored, specify their paths in this section. You can utilize the global wildcard (*) to match any folder or file name. Ensure each entry is placed on a new line for proper processing.

Step 3: Monitor the Restoration Process

• After adding the restore task to the queue, the "Pre Restore" task will commence. You can conveniently track its progress and status by navigating to JetBackup > Queue. This section provides real-time updates on all ongoing JetBackup operations, ensuring you can monitor the process effectively.

Step 4: Complete the Restore

• Once the "Pre Restore" process has successfully finished, your backup is ready for finalization.
• Simply click the prominent "Complete Restore »" button to proceed.
• You will then be directed to a new page to finalize the last steps of the restoration.
• Upon successful completion of this final process, your entire WordPress website will be fully restored to its previously backed-up state, ensuring all data and configurations are correctly reinstated.
• Finally, click "Complete Restore" once more to be redirected back to your operational website, where you can verify the successful restoration.