Editorial guide based on official documentation; not a hands-on product test.
Protect both WordPress files and its database, store copies away from the server, and prove that a backup can actually be restored.
Know what a complete backup contains
A WordPress backup needs the database and the files that make the site work. The database holds posts, settings, and many plugin records; files include uploads, themes, plugins, and configuration. A database export alone will not bring back an uploaded image. A copy of uploads alone will not recover a deleted article. Document any external services, such as a payment provider or email platform, because those usually need their own recovery procedure.
Choose a schedule based on change
A rarely edited brochure site and a busy store do not need the same backup interval. Ask how much recent work the publisher can afford to lose, then set the database schedule accordingly. Make a full backup before updates, theme changes, imports, or migrations. Keep multiple recent versions so a bad change discovered late does not overwrite the only usable copy. WordPress documentation recommends keeping recent backups in more than one location.
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