Last modified May 2, 2025

How to migrate your WordPress website with the JetBackup WordPress Plugin

Migrating your WordPress website using the JetBackup WordPress Plugin is a straightforward process designed to ensure your data is securely transferred between servers or environments. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

✅ Prerequisites

  • JetBackup WordPress Plugin installed on both source and destination servers.
  • Access to your WordPress admin panel.
  • Valid JetBackup license and an active backup of your website.

Step 1 - Install JetBackup WordPress Plugin

  • On both source and destination sites:.
  • Go to Plugins > Add New
  • Search for JetBackup for WordPress.
  • Click Install Now and then Activate.

Step 2 - Create a Backup (on the Source Website)


Step 3 - Download a Backup (on the Source Website)


Step 4 - Restore Backup (on the Destination Website)

  • On the destination site, go to JetBackup > Backups Click the “Import and Restore” button.

  • A popup window will appear, as shown below.

  • Upload the backup file generated by JetBackup — it must be in a TAR compressed format (.tar or .tar.gz).

  • Please make sure to review the disclaimer for any potential risks or errors that may occur during the restoration process.

  • Once the backup file is uploaded, the pre restoration process will automatically begin and appear in the JetBackup > Queue.

  • You’ll be redirected to a new page to complete the final step of the restoration.

  • Once the process finishes successfully, your website will be fully restored.

  • Click the “Complete Restore” button to redirect back your site