UpdraftPlus Backup user guide

Platform/OS
Cross-platform
Category
WordPress Backup Plugins

UpdraftPlus Backup

UpdraftPlus Backup is a popular WordPress plugin that automatically creates full backups of your website. It takes a complete snapshot of your files, database, and settings so you can restore your site quickly if something goes wrong like a hack or mistake.
It uses S3-compatible object storage as a safe, off-site vault for these backups. Instead of keeping everything on your web host where it could be lost, the plugin sends copies to DiskSpace.
This approach gives you reliable, scalable protection that grows with your site while keeping costs low and recovery simple from anywhere.

Connection / Setup

How to get your DiskSpace S3 credentials
New Accounts
  1. Create an account and log in to DiskSpace
  2. Click I'm ready to set up my storage
  3. Enter Bucket Name following the instructions
  4. Click Create Bucket and wait for it to be generated
  5. Find your Endpoint URL, Access Key, and Secret Key in the S3 Client Configuration section for use below
Existing Accounts
  1. Log in to DiskSpace
  2. Scroll to DiskSpace S3 Connection Info
  3. Find your Endpoint URL, Access Key, Secret Key, and Bucket Name for use below

Sign up or log in to set up your DiskSpace S3 Storage for UpdraftPlus Backup.