How to Restore WordPress from a Backup

If you’re facing issues with your WordPress site, restoring from a backup can help you return it to a previous, stable state. This guide explains how to restore your WordPress site from backups using the Shared Hosting Control Panel or a backup plugin like UpdraftPlus.

Method 1: Restore from a Backup in the Shared Hosting Control Panel

1. Log into the Shared Hosting Control Panel

   • Go to https://cp.lonestardataranch.com and log in with your credentials.

2. Navigate to Backups

   • Click on your website, then go to the Backups tab.

3. Choose a Backup to Restore

   • You’ll see a list of available backups. Select a backup from the desired date and click Restore. This will restore both your website files and database.

4. Confirm and Wait for Restoration

   • Confirm the restore action, then allow a few minutes for the process to complete. Once finished, your site should return to the selected backup state.

Method 2: Restore Using UpdraftPlus

If you’ve used UpdraftPlus to create backups, follow these steps to restore your site directly from the WordPress Dashboard.

1. Log into WordPress

   • Access your WordPress Dashboard via the Shared Hosting Control Panel or at yourdomain.com/wp-admin.

2. Go to UpdraftPlus Settings

   • In the WordPress Dashboard, go to Settings > UpdraftPlus Backups.

3. Select a Backup to Restore

   • In UpdraftPlus, scroll down to Existing Backups. You’ll see a list of backups with options to restore specific components (e.g., plugins, themes, uploads, database, others).
   • Click Restore next to the backup you want to use.

4. Choose Components to Restore

   • Select the components you wish to restore, such as plugins, themes, uploads, database, or other files. For a full restore, select all options.

5. Start the Restoration Process

   • Click Next to proceed with the restore. UpdraftPlus will guide you through the process and restore each component one by one.

6. Confirm and Complete

   • Once UpdraftPlus completes the restoration, check your site to ensure everything is functioning correctly.

Tips for Restoring WordPress Safely

• Backup Before Restoring: Always create a new backup of your current site state before restoring to avoid losing recent changes.
• Test After Restoration: After the restore completes, review your site to ensure that all pages, plugins, and functionality are working as expected.
• Use a Staging Site: If possible, restore to a staging environment first to verify everything before restoring on your live site.

By following these steps, you can quickly restore your WordPress site from a backup. For further assistance or questions, reach out to our support team.