This guide will show you how to restore a backup that was created using Softaculous, such as restoring your WordPress installation. Restoring a backup can be useful if you need to revert your site to a previous state after updates or changes.
Pre-requirements
- Access to cPanel or another control panel with Softaculous installed
- Administrator login credentials
- A previously created backup in Softaculous
Steps to Restore a Backup in Softaculous
- Log in to cPanel
Access your cPanel by visiting
https://example_domain.com:2083and log in with your credentials. - Open the Softaculous End-user Panel
Navigate to the Software section in cPanel and click on the Softaculous icon to open the End-user panel.
- Go to the Backups and Restore Page
In the Softaculous panel, click on the Backups and Restore link to access the list of your available backups.
- Select the Backup
Click on the backup that you want to restore. Make sure it is the correct backup for your installation (e.g., WordPress).
- Restore the Installation
Click on the Restore Installation button to begin the restoration process. Softaculous will restore your installation to the state it was in when the backup was created.
- Confirmation
After the restoration process is completed successfully, Softaculous will display a confirmation message indicating the backup was restored successfully.
Gotchas to Avoid
- Backup Before Restoring: If you're unsure whether the backup you're about to restore is the right one, consider creating a new backup before proceeding. This ensures that you can revert to the current state if needed.
- Ensure Correct Backup: Double-check that you are selecting the correct backup file to avoid restoring an outdated version of your website.
By following these steps, you can easily restore your WordPress installation (or other supported applications) using Softaculous. This is a quick and efficient way to revert your website to a previous state, ensuring minimal downtime and data loss.
