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Automating Database Backups with mysqldump and Cron
Set up automated daily WordPress database backups using mysqldump and cron. Compress, timestamp, rotate old backups, and upload offsite with rclone.
Read →Backing Up WordPress Files with rclone to Cloud Storage
Configure rclone to sync WordPress files and database backups to Cloudflare R2 or Google Drive. Automate with cron so offsite backups happen without thinking about them.
Read →What to Back Up and How Often — WordPress VPS Backup Strategy
A practical backup strategy for a self-managed WordPress VPS. What actually needs backing up, how often, where to store it, and why the rm -rf / story from Part 1 is the best argument for having this figured out before you need it.
Read →Database Backup & Restore — Copy-Paste Command Reference
Every mysqldump and restore command you'll actually need. Copy, change the database name and filename, run. No explanation you don't need — just commands that work.
Read →How to Restore WordPress from Backup
The exact steps to restore a WordPress site from a mysqldump backup and rclone file backup — whether recovering from accidental deletion, server failure, or migration to a new VPS.
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