How to Create a Backup in DirectAdmin (Step-by-Step Guide)

Why Backups Matter

Backups help you recover quickly if you experience:

• Accidental deletion of files or emails
• Website errors after updates or changes
• Security issues (malware, hacks)
• Server or migration problems

Step-by-Step: How to Create a Backup in DirectAdmin

Step 1: Log in to Your DirectAdmin Account

1. Log in to your telaHosting Client Area using your registered email and password.
2. From your dashboard, open your hosting service.
3. Click Log in to DirectAdmin to access the DirectAdmin dashboard. How to Access Your DirectAdmin Panel
   

Step 2: Open Create / Restore Backups

1. In DirectAdmin, scroll to the Advanced Features section.
2. Click Create / Restore Backups.

Step 3: Select What You Want to Back Up

Choose the items you want to include in your backup. Common options include:

• Domains / Website Data (your site files)
• User Files (files inside your account)
• Email Accounts (mailboxes and settings)
• Databases (MySQL databases used by WordPress and other apps)
• FTP Accounts
• Settings

Tip: For a full website backup, select all relevant options.

Step 4: Configure Backup Settings

• Choose a Compression Type:
  • tar.gz (recommended: smaller size)
  • zip (good for compatibility)
• Optional: enter an Email Address to receive a notification when the backup is complete.

Step 5: Create the Backup

1. Click the Create Backup button.
2. Wait while DirectAdmin generates the backup file (time depends on your site size).
3. Monitor the progress on the screen until completion.

Step 6: Download or Restore Your Backup

1. Return to the Create / Restore Backups page.
2. Scroll down to see your generated backup files.
3. Click Download to save it to your computer, or click Restore if you want to recover from the backup.

Step 7 (Optional): Automate Backups

• If your plan supports scheduled backups, you can set them up using DirectAdmin tools or cron jobs.
• If you need help, contact telaHosting support to assist with backup scheduling.
• Best practice: store a copy of your backups off-site (cloud storage or local computer).

Tips and Troubleshooting

• Backup Frequency: Weekly is good for most sites; daily is better for active websites.
• Include Databases: WordPress and many apps rely on databases—always include them for full protection.
• Check Storage Space: If your account is almost full, backups may fail.
  You can manage files using DirectAdmin File Manager:
  How to Upload a Static Website to DirectAdmin via File Manager
  
• Email Backups: If you are backing up email accounts, make sure they are included in your selection.
  Learn more: How to Create a Professional Email Account in DirectAdmin
  
• Restore Tip: To restore, upload the backup file (if needed) and use the Restore Backup option in the same interface.
• Need Help? If your backup fails or takes too long, contact telaHosting support for assistance.