iThemes Solid Backups (BackupBuddy)

The plugin processes backups through cloud infrastructure, storing site data offsite rather than relying only on the hosting server. After an initial full backup, incremental backups save changed files and database entries. This approach gives WordPress site owners a way to keep backup copies while reducing the amount of data stored for each subsequent backup.

When a site needs to be restored, the activity timeline provides details such as backup dates, times, and included posts, pages, and uploads to help identify a copy. A centralized dashboard lets you manage backups for multiple WordPress sites, while restore tools and migration support help with recovery and moving a site. The plugin also includes malware scanning.

Features

• Incremental backups: After the initial full backup, the plugin backs up changed files and database entries, helping limit the data saved in subsequent backups.
• Cloud backup processing: Backups are processed through cloud infrastructure and stored offsite, rather than relying only on the WordPress site's hosting server.
• Backup activity timeline: Review backup dates, times, and counts of included posts, pages, and uploads to help choose a backup for restoration.
• Centralized site management: Use one dashboard to manage backups for multiple WordPress sites, including sites maintained across client projects.
• Restore and migration tools: Restore a WordPress site from a backup or move the site to another location using the plugin's recovery and migration tools.
• Malware scanning: Scan a WordPress site for malware as part of the plugin's site protection capabilities.

Best for

• WordPress site owners who need backup and recovery tools
• Agencies managing backups for client sites
• Site owners planning a WordPress site migration