Backups are a crucial tool for safeguarding your website's data against accidental deletion, failures, or attacks. If you’re using a shared hosting service with ISPmanager, you can easily create and manage backups through its control panel.

This article explains how backups function on shared hosting, how to download them, and why their sizes may vary. ProfitServer’s hosting offers automatic daily backups stored securely on their servers. Learn how to make the most of these features to protect your data effectively.

This article focuses on backup solutions for shared hosting, distinguishing it from VPS or dedicated servers with broader configurations. ProfitServer hosting offers automatic daily backups for its clients. Backup archives are securely stored on the servers and can be accessed through the hosting control panel. This guide explains how the backup system works and provides tips to optimize its usage for better data protection.

How to create a backup on hosting

1. Log in to the Hosting Control Panel:
   Use the address, login, and password provided in your welcome email or access the panel through your billing account.
2. Navigate to Backups:
   Go to the "Tools" section in the right sidebar and select "Backups."
   
   
   
3. Create a New Backup:

• Click the "Create" button.
• Choose the data type to back up: website files, databases, or settings.
• Set backup parameters, such as full or incremental mode and frequency (daily, weekly, etc.).
• Click "Start" or "Save."

Once complete, the new backup will appear in the list of available backups.

How to download or upload a backup from hosting

1. Download a Backup:

• Go to the "Backups" section in your hosting control panel and locate the desired backup.
• Select the file and click "Download."
• Save the archive (e.g., .tar.gz or .zip) to your computer, ensuring enough storage space is available.

1. Upload a Backup:

• Click "Upload Backup" in the menu.
• Choose the source for uploading.
• Once uploaded, the backup will appear in the list. You can then access it to restore data.

Remote backup storage

Setting up remote storage for backup archives allows you to use services like Dropbox, Google Drive, or your own FTP server.

To configure:

1. Go to the "Settings" section via the button at the top of the control panel.
2. Choose the desired remote storage type and follow the instructions to connect it.

This setup ensures your backup archives are safely stored off-site, providing an extra layer of protection for your data.

Why do some backups take up less space?

Backup sizes can vary due to several factors:

1. Data Type: Database backups are smaller than website file backups, especially if the site contains large media files.
2. Backup Method: Full backups save everything, requiring more space, while incremental backups store only changes, making them smaller.
3. Compression: Automatic compression reduces file size, depending on hosting settings.
4. Data Cleanup: Removing unnecessary files or records before backup reduces its size.

Ensure regular backups and store them securely to protect your site data.