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What to check before restoring a backup

Avoid accidental data loss when restoring files or databases.

Updated 16 May 2026

What to check before restoring a backup

Understand the restore point

Check the date and time of the backup so you know what content may be rolled back.

Before restoring

  • Take a fresh backup of the current site.
  • Confirm whether you need files, database or both.
  • Check whether emails are affected.
  • Tell users if the website may be unavailable briefly.

After restoring

Test forms, logins, images, links and key pages.