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MainWP UpdraftPlus
MainWP UpdraftPlus by MainWP is an extension plugin that connects the UpdraftPlus backup plugin to your MainWP Dashboard. It lets you create, schedule, restore and configure backups for all your Child sites from one place, so you no longer need to log into each site separately.
- Version
- 5.2
- Released
- Oct 12, 2026
- Developer
- MainWP
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- MainWP
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 a year on its own
What’s new in MainWP UpdraftPlus 5.2
Version 5.2 · Oct 12, 2026
Latest
- SecurityHardened stored UpdraftPlus settings handling to safely reject corrupted or unsafe serialized data.
- SecurityImproved UpdraftPlus.com account credential protection and prevented stored passwords from being displayed.
- FixedImproved remote operation error handling to prevent unsafe duplicate retries when the operation result is unknown.
- NewDatabase and runtime groundwork for future MainWP Abilities API backup operations, disabled by default until compatible MainWP Child support is available.
- NewSupport for the database schema validation.
- ImprovedImprove error handling and logging in add-on connection functions.
What it does
Keeping backups in order across a dozen or a hundred WordPress sites gets tedious when every site has its own backup screen. This extension brings UpdraftPlus backups, restores and settings into the MainWP Dashboard, where you already manage your Child sites. You can set schedules for every site in one spot and review existing backups, including an all-sites view that lists backups across your network together.
The extension replaces the default MainWP backup screens with dedicated UpdraftPlus pages, giving backup work its own organized area. It works with both the free and premium editions of UpdraftPlus. With the premium edition, you can also manage incremental backups from the dashboard. Storage choices include your own server, Dropbox, Google Drive and Amazon S3, and you can send backups to more than one remote location. It requires the MainWP plugin.
Best for
- Agencies managing backups for many client WordPress sites
- Freelancers who already use MainWP to run their sites
- Site owners using UpdraftPlus across several WordPress installs
Features
Central backup management
Run UpdraftPlus backups, restores and settings for multiple WordPress Child sites from your MainWP Dashboard instead of visiting each site one by one.
Scheduled automatic backups
Set backup schedules for all your Child sites in one place, so backups run on a regular timetable without manual starts on each site.
Choice of storage destinations
Store backups on your server or in remote services such as Dropbox, Google Drive and Amazon S3, depending on how you prefer to keep your data.
Multiple remote locations
Configure backups to go to more than one remote destination, giving you extra copies in case one storage location becomes unavailable.
Incremental backup handling
When paired with UpdraftPlus Premium, manage incremental backups through the MainWP Dashboard to save on backup time and storage space.
Dedicated UpdraftPlus pages
The extension swaps the default MainWP backup screens for UpdraftPlus pages, keeping all backup tasks in a clean, organized section of the dashboard.
All-sites backup view
The Existing Backups page includes an all-sites view, letting you look over backups from across your managed sites in a single list.
MainWP UpdraftPlus older versions
- 5.1.1Apr 121 new, 1 improvement, 1 fix
- 5.1Apr 72 new, 1 improvement, 5 fixes
- 5.0.2Jan 8, 20251 security fix
- 5.0.1May 29, 2024
- 5.0Feb 29, 2024
- 4.0.10Sep 7, 2023
- 4.0.9Aug 16, 2023
- 4.0.8Apr 18, 2023
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about MainWP UpdraftPlus
Do I need MainWP to use this extension?
Yes. It is an extension for the MainWP Dashboard and requires the MainWP plugin. It connects UpdraftPlus on your Child sites to that dashboard so you can manage their backups centrally.
Does it work with the free version of UpdraftPlus?
It works with both the free and premium editions of UpdraftPlus. Some capabilities, such as managing incremental backups, are available only when your sites run UpdraftPlus Premium.
Where can my backups be stored?
You can keep backups on your server or send them to remote destinations including Dropbox, Google Drive and Amazon S3, among other options. You can also set backups to go to multiple remote locations for added redundancy.
Can I restore a site from the MainWP Dashboard?
Yes. Restores are handled from the dashboard along with backups and settings, so you can bring back a Child site's data without logging into that site directly.
Is MainWP UpdraftPlus free?
The code of MainWP UpdraftPlus is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of MainWP UpdraftPlus is this?
Version 5.2, released Oct 12, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update MainWP UpdraftPlus?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of MainWP UpdraftPlus automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does MainWP UpdraftPlus need?
MainWP UpdraftPlus needs MainWP installed and active.
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