This guide explains how to back up website files for a VastyHost hosting account.
- Identify exactly what must be backed up or restored: files, database, email, or the complete subscription.
- Create or select a backup from Plesk or your application backup system.
- Download an additional copy to storage that is separate from the hosting account when possible.
- Before restoring, preserve the current state if it may contain newer data.
- After restoration, test the website, database connectivity, forms, login, and other critical functions.
Before you begin
Keep a current backup before changing production website files, databases, DNS, PHP settings, or application configuration. Exact menu names can vary slightly by Plesk and application version.
Need help?
If the result is different from what you expect, open a VastyHost support ticket and include the domain name, the exact error message, and the steps you already tried. Do not include passwords or private keys.
