How to import and restore backups with the JetBackup for WordPress Plugin
Step 1 - Import and Restore a Backup
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Navigate to JetBackup > Backups in your WordPress dashboard.
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Click the “Import and Restore” button.
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A popup window will appear, as shown below.
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Upload the backup file generated by JetBackup — it must be in a TAR compressed format (.tar or .tar.gz).
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Please make sure to review the disclaimer for any potential risks or errors that may occur during the restoration process.
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Once the pre restoration process will automatically begin and appear in the JetBackup > Queue.
Step 2 - Complete restore
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Once the Pre Restore process is complete, your restore is ready to be finalized.
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Simply click “Complete Restore »”
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You’ll be redirected to a new page to complete the final step of the restoration.
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Once the process finishes successfully, your website will be fully restored.
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Click “Complete Restore” to redirect back your site
⚠️ Note: After the restoration is complete, you may need to log in to your WordPress dashboard again.
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