{"id":43,"date":"2024-12-02T13:59:56","date_gmt":"2024-12-02T07:59:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ezzytech.com\/blog\/?p=43"},"modified":"2024-12-04T18:09:27","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T12:09:27","slug":"backup-wordpress-site-without-plugin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vernalweb.com\/blog\/backup-wordpress-site-without-plugin\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Backup WordPress Website Without Any Plugin"},"content":{"rendered":"

Having a WordPress backup without using a plugin might sound like the digital equivalent of climbing a mountain without a guide\u2014it\u2019s intimidating, a bit risky, and full of unexpected turns. But here\u2019s the thing: sometimes the adventure is worth it. Whether you’re facing plugin compatibility issues, seeking to level up your tech skills, or simply curious about the process, manual backups are a challenge worth taking on.<\/p>\n

Let me take you on a little journey. Imagine this: it’s a regular Tuesday evening. My coffee cup was half-empty (or half-full, depending on your perspective), and I was feeling pretty good about life. Until bam<\/em>! My WordPress site throws a tantrum\u2014an error here, a broken link there, and I thought, \u201cWhat if I lose everything?\u201d \ud83d\ude31<\/p>\n

Cue the panic.<\/p>\n

Now, I know what you\u2019re thinking: \u201cWhy not just use a plugin?\u201d Look, I\u2019m a self-proclaimed stubborn tech nerd who thinks everything<\/em> is a learning opportunity. Plus, I was up for the challenge of doing it manually. So buckle up as I relive my daring quest to back up my WordPress site without a plugin<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Step 1: The Calm Before the Storm (Preparing the Backup Battlefield)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Before jumping in, I needed my tools. A backup isn\u2019t just “click-save-and-done,” especially when you’re doing it the manual way. It\u2019s like prepping for a mission\u2014think spy movies but with less Bond and more keyboard shortcuts.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what I gathered:<\/p>\n

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  1. cPanel Access<\/strong> \u2013 Because my hosting setup practically lives there.<\/li>\n
  2. File Manager Knowledge<\/strong> \u2013 A little poking around here wouldn\u2019t hurt.<\/li>\n
  3. An FTP Client<\/strong> \u2013 FileZilla, because it\u2019s free and does the job.<\/li>\n
  4. MySQL Database Know-How<\/strong> \u2013 This part? A bit intimidating at first.<\/li>\n
  5. Coffee<\/strong> \u2013 Essential. (This list wouldn’t exist without it.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    I also grabbed a notebook (yes, I\u2019m old school) to jot down any critical details\u2014like the database name, server paths, and anything else I might forget five minutes later. The last thing I wanted was to scramble for information in the middle of an already stressful process.<\/p>\n

    Step 2: Starting with the Website Files<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    First up: the WordPress files. These are the behind-the-scenes actors that make your site look pretty and work its magic. I dove into my cPanel (because I like to feel fancy), navigated to the File Manager, and located the public_html<\/strong> folder.<\/p>\n

    Here\u2019s the deal: this folder contains all the good stuff\u2014your themes, plugins, uploads, and the core WordPress files. If you\u2019re wondering, yes, I paused to marvel at all the folders and files neatly laid out like a treasure map.<\/p>\n

    What I Did Next:<\/strong><\/p>\n