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How to Restore WordPress From a Backup (Step-by-Step)
Step-by-step guide to restoring WordPress from a backup—whether you use a plugin, manual files, or a service like Pressly. What to do before and after restore.
Restoring WordPress from a backup requires care: put the site in maintenance mode, restore the database first, then files, and update config if needed. With Pressly you can trigger a full or partial restore from the dashboard and get your site back online quickly.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I restore my WordPress site from a backup?
- To restore WordPress from a backup: 1) Ensure you have a recent full backup (files + database). 2) Put the site in maintenance mode. 3) Restore the database first, then wp-content. 4) Update wp-config if the new environment differs. 5) Clear caches and test. With Pressly, you can trigger a restore from the dashboard.
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