Back Up Your Database and Files Using the UpdraftPlus Plugin

Prior to updating to the latest WordPress version 5.0, you need to back up your site database and files lest an error occurs. And the best way to go about this is through the UpdraftPlus plugin; the world's most trusted backup plugin.

To start your backup process, install the UpdraftPlus plugin directly from the WordPress directory. Once you've installed, click on the Activate button to start the backup process right away.

Now, launch the UpdraftPlus plugin and choose the "Press here to start" button as shown in the screenshot below.

Then, click the "Next" button below.





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msmia62 Premium
Hi israel17, thanks for letting me know how to switch back if I wanted too. Kinda panic becuz I have not got the hang of it yet.
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Israel17 Premium
Much welcome, friend! Much grateful! You can follow up with the training resource while updating to version 5.0. The procedure is explained with images such that you'll easily follow the steps without making any mistake at all.

As it is necessary to do backups for your site database and files prior to updating to the latest version, this training resource suggests the world's most trusted backup plugin which is popularly known as the UpdraftPlus plugin. Thanks for your visit!

Israel Olatunji
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hanley Premium Plus
Thanks, Israel, Once you get the hang of it it is quicker to write a blog
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Israel17 Premium
Yes, you are very correct, Hanley. Writing a blog becomes easier and quicker once you've got the hang of it. Thanks for your contribution! Wish you much success in your online endeavor!

Israel Olatunji
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ElaineSmith1 Premium
Hey Israel,
Thanks for this training. I have already updated but this explains a few more features I wasn't aware of.

Tried and True

Elaine
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Israel17 Premium
Thanks for stopping by, my friend! Much appreciated! Good to know that you've already updated to version 5.0! It's awesome to be on version 5.0. Thanks for your visit!

Israel Olatunji
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JerryMcCoy Premium Plus
I have not updated yet but is on my list for this weekend. Glad to hear it does well.
Jerry
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Israel17 Premium
Good to hear this, my friend! It's great to be on the latest version 5.0. I created this guide purposely to help those who might likely face one issue or the other. Thanks for your visit! Wish you much success in the online world!

Israel Olatunji
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Villaginger Premium
Hi Israel I have updated and do enjoy the new editor!
Thanks,
Virginia
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Israel17 Premium
Good to know, Villaginger! Thanks for letting me know about your updating to version 5.0! I hope you didn't face any challenge while you were trying to install the required plugin for your site backups as well as the update to the latest version. Thanks for your visit!


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