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UpdraftPlus - Backup/Restore
UpdraftPlus - Backup/Restore is a WordPress plugin by UpdraftPlus that backs up your content, themes, plugins and databases. It lets you schedule automatic backups, store them in the cloud or on your server, and restore or move a site when you need to.
- Version
- 2.26.10.26
- Released
- Oct 15, 2026
- Developer
- UpdraftPlus
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $2.39 a year on its own
What’s new in UpdraftPlus - Backup/Restore 2.26.10.26
Version 2.26.10.26 · Oct 15, 2026
Latest
- SecurityThanks to Jakub Herman for reporting a second/related instance of the problem patched in 1.26.9. In this related instance, the problem could lead to execution only if the site was restored on a database server which differed in configuration from that on which the backup was taken. Nevertheless, all users should update.
What it does
Losing a site to a bad update, a hacked account or a failed host move is a real risk for any WordPress owner. This plugin covers your files and database with scheduled backups that you can run during off-peak hours. Incremental backups save only what changed since the last run, which keeps storage use and server load down. That approach suits sites on limited memory, low storage or with complex databases. Retention controls clear out old backups automatically so your storage stays organized.
Backups can go to cloud services such as Dropbox and Google Drive, to WebDAV, SFTP or FTP, or stay on your own server. When something breaks, you restore from a saved copy. The migration tool moves a site between hosts, domains, or from live to a development environment, and clone tokens let you spin up copies for testing and staging. If you run several sites, UpdraftCentral gives you one dashboard for all of them, and the plugin works with WordPress multisite networks and sites in many languages.
Best for
- Bloggers who want regular, automatic backups
- Agencies managing many client WordPress sites
- Developers moving sites between hosts or staging
Features
Scheduled automatic backups
Set backups to run on a schedule, including during off-peak hours, so your site data is saved regularly without you starting each one by hand.
Incremental backups
Back up only the changes made since the previous backup, which reduces storage space and the load placed on your server.
Cloud and remote storage
Send backups to services like Dropbox and Google Drive, or to WebDAV, SFTP and FTP destinations, or keep them on your server.
Site migration
Move a WordPress site between hosts, between domains, or from a live site to a development environment using the built-in migration tool.
Cloning for staging
Use UpdraftClone tokens to create copies of your WordPress sites for testing, development or staging work.
Multi-site management
UpdraftCentral lets you manage several WordPress sites and their backups from a single dashboard, which simplifies routine maintenance.
Backup retention controls
Old backups are deleted automatically based on your settings, so storage does not fill up and you do not have to prune files manually.
Setup wizard
An onboarding wizard guides first-time users through configuring the plugin, helping you pick storage and schedule settings.
UpdraftPlus - Backup/Restore older versions
- 2.26.9.26Oct 152 improvements, 1 security fix
- 2.26.8.26Sep 221 new, 8 improvements, 2 fixes, 1 security fix
- 2.26.7.26Aug 212 improvements, 1 security fix
- 2.26.6.26Jul 23
- 2.26.5.26Jun 5
- 2.26.4.26May 7
- 2.26.3.26Apr 24
- 2.26.1.26Jan 23
- 2.25.9.26Dec 17, 2025
- 2.25.9Dec 3, 2025
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
39 older versions in all. If you need one that is not listed, ask support.
Questions about UpdraftPlus - Backup/Restore
Can I store my backups somewhere other than my web server?
Yes. Backups can be sent to cloud services such as Dropbox and Google Drive, as well as WebDAV, SFTP and FTP destinations. You can also keep them on your own server if you prefer.
Will backups slow down my site or use a lot of space?
The plugin offers incremental backups that save only what changed since the last backup, plus scheduling for off-peak hours. Retention controls remove old backups automatically, which helps keep storage use in check.
Can I use it to move my site to a new host or domain?
Yes. The migration tool moves sites between hosts, between domains, or from live to development environments. After a move, the plugin may prompt you to update your .htaccess file with the new site address.
Does it work with WordPress multisite?
It is compatible with WordPress multisite networks and sites in a range of languages. For separate installs, UpdraftCentral lets you manage multiple sites and their backups from one dashboard.
Is UpdraftPlus - Backup/Restore free?
The code of UpdraftPlus - Backup/Restore 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 UpdraftPlus - Backup/Restore is this?
Version 2.26.10.26, released Oct 15, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update UpdraftPlus - Backup/Restore?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of UpdraftPlus - Backup/Restore automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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