How to Download Backups for Home Directory, MySQL, or Emails

January 9, 2025 / Security and Backup

Downloading backups for your Home Directory, MySQL databases, or Emails ensures the safety and security of your important data and allows for easy recovery if needed.

Follow the steps:

  1. Log into your cPanel account.
  2. In the “Files” section, click on the “Backup Wizard” icon.
    backup wizard
  3. Under the “Backup or Restore” section, click the “Backup” button.
    backup
  4. In the second step, under the “Full or Partial Backup” option, select “Select Partial Backup.”
    • To download only the Home Directory, click on “Home Directory.”
    • To download only MySQL Databases, click on “MySQL Database.”
      home directory
  5. Click the “Download” link/button to complete the process.
    home directory

We hope you found this article helpful. If you encounter any issues, feel free to contact us via live chat, raise a ticket, or give us a call.

Looking to restore a backup? Learn how with our guide on How to restore the backup of home directory in cPanel

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