A complete WordPress backup includes both website files and the database.

Backup Components #

• WordPress core and configuration.
• wp-content themes, plugins and uploads.
• The MySQL database.
• Custom server configuration files.

When to Back Up #

• Before updates.
• Before design changes.
• Before migration.
• Before cleaning malware.
• On a regular automated schedule.

Verify #

A backup is useful only if it can be downloaded, opened and restored.

Need Help? #

If you still need assistance, open a support ticket through your Vertico client account and include the affected domain or email address, a screenshot of the error, and the approximate time the problem occurred. Never send passwords by email or support ticket.