A backup is the difference between a quick fix and starting over from scratch when something goes wrong with your website.
Why backups matter
Plugin conflicts, failed updates, hacking attempts, or simple human error can all damage a website. Without a backup, recovering can mean rebuilding content and settings manually.
What a good backup includes
- All website files (themes, plugins, uploads)
- The full database (posts, pages, settings)
- A copy stored somewhere other than the same server
How often to back up
If you update content frequently, daily backups are worth having. For sites that change less often, weekly backups are usually sufficient.
The easiest way to handle this
Many hosting plans, including several Hostinger tiers, include automatic scheduled backups, removing the need to manage this manually.
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