SiteLock gives us peace of mind
SiteLock gives us peace of mind by watching our sites 24/7 so we can focus on the business.
WEBSITE BACKUP & RESTORE
Your last line of defence. One click to get everything back.
Automatic backups of your files and database — stored securely off your server. Restore everything in one click when you need it.
Automated file and database backups
Scheduled backups of your site files and database run automatically via FTP/SFTP — daily, weekly, or on a schedule you choose. Set it once and your site is covered, without manual intervention.
One-click restore — full site or selective
Restore your entire site, a specific version, individual files or your database only — in one click. Or download the backup directly to your computer. You choose what to recover and when.
Stored securely off your server, always within reach
Backup data is encrypted and stored in a SOC2 and HIPAA-compliant cloud environment — separate from your hosting provider. If your server fails or your account is suspended, your backup is still there.
$1,410
cost per minute of downtime for a small business
60%
of SMBs that suffer severe data loss shut down within 6 months
1 in 5
SMBs cannot survive a data breach costing as little as $10,000
I can see in seconds
I can see in seconds if any of our websites need attention—no more guessing
Their team explains everything clearly
Their team explains everything clearly and helps us act quickly when something changes.
Website Backup & Restore in-depth
| Backup scheduling and management | |
|---|---|
| Back up your site on a schedule you control | Set automated backups to run daily, weekly, monthly, or quarterly — for both files and database independently. Backups run via FTP/SFTP and require no remote database connection to get started.. |
| Run a backup any time, not just on schedule | On-demand backups let you take a manual snapshot before a plugin update, a site migration, or any change you want to be able to undo — without waiting for the next scheduled run. |
| Manage files and database backups separately | File backups and database backups are queued and managed independently, so you can schedule, review, or restore one without affecting the other. More control, less risk. |
| See everything that’s been backed up and when | Backup History lists every backup by date, type, size, and status — completed, queued, in progress, or failed. Filter by date range or type to find the snapshot you need without scrolling through everything. |
| Get alerted before storage runs out | A warning indicator appears when storage usage exceeds 80%, and a separate alert triggers if you go over quota — so you can upgrade or manage older backups before a scheduled run fails silently. |
| Restore and recovery | |
|---|---|
| Get your full site back in one clickl | Restore your entire site — files and database — to any previous backup version in a single click. No FTP client, no cPanel, no rebuilding from memory. |
| Restore only what you actually lost | Selective restore lets you recover a specific version, individual files, or your database only, rather than overwriting everything. Useful when a plugin update broke one section without touching the rest of the site. |
| Download your backup directly to your computer | Request a download of any backup and save it locally — useful for migrations, audits, or keeping a copy outside of your SiteLock account entirely. |
| Delete individual backups to free up storage | Manage storage by deleting specific file or database backups you no longer need, either individually or in bulk — without affecting other snapshots in your history. |
| Storage and security | |
|---|---|
| Keep your backup independent of your hosting provider | Backup data is stored in SiteLock’s secure cloud environment — not on your server or your hosting account. A server failure, account suspension, or host-side data loss doesn’t take your backup with it. |
| Store data in a SOC2 and HIPAA-compliant environment | All backup data is encrypted in transit and at rest, and stored in a SOC2 and HIPAA-compliant data environment. Relevant for eCommerce sites and any business that handles customer information. |
| Dashboard and Site Health integration | |
|---|---|
| See backup status in your Site Health dashboard | Backup & Recovery appears inside the same dashboard as your malware scans, WAF, and SSL monitor — showing file backup status, database backup status, last backup date, and storage usage in one view. |
| Spot backup issues before they affect your site health | Backup status feeds into your Site Health score. A failed backup, missed schedule, or storage quota issue is surfaced in the Prioritized Security Action Queue so it doesn’t go unnoticed. |
| Get your site off Google’s blacklist after cleanup | Submitting to Google for a re-index and working with your hosting provider to have the site de-listed are part of SiteLock’s Expert Services offering — available once a clean scan can be confirmed as evidence. |
| Manage all your security and backup tasks from one place | No separate backup dashboard to log into. Everything — scheduling, history, restore, storage management — sits inside the same SiteLock account as your scanning and firewall tools. |
FAQ
Why do I need a website backup service?
No matter how robust your security strategy appears, your website is always vulnerable to attacks from increasingly sophisticated parties, not to mention simple human error. In the worst-case scenario, having a reliable website backup plan limits downtime and restores functionality quickly. This reduces customer complaints and reputational damage. Backups help protect against ransomware attacks, as you'll be less likely to pay ransoms if your backup solution is ready to go. Above all, an effective website backup service provides peace of mind and adds an extra layer of website security for your business.
What is the easiest way to backup a website?
The easiest method is to use an automatic website backup tool that runs scheduled backups in the background, with no manual intervention needed. Under this solution, files are backed up in secure servers on a regular basis. While these backups are typically completed according to a specific schedule, it is also possible to complete manual backups via third-party services.
How often should I backup my website?
Frequent backups are critical for strong data protection and quick recovery. Ideally, schedule automated backups daily or at least weekly to limit the risk of downtime or lost changes. Relying only on manual backups can leave gaps. A dependable online backup service automatically saves your website files and databases so you know your site can be restored at any time.
How do I backup my entire website?
Multiple options are available for backing up entire websites, especially via WordPress. Under a manual approach, this means physically backing up the site by logging into cPanel, locating public_html folders, and completing a manual compression. This is followed by downloading the .zip file and placing this on a secure hard drive. However, this can be time-consuming. Using an automatic website backup tool is faster and safer. Services like SiteLock handle backups on a schedule and store your backup files securely in the cloud, so you can restore them anytime.
How secure is an online website backup service?
Online third-party backup services bring an elite level of security to the backup process, as these bypass the vulnerabilities often attached to backup plugins. These vulnerabilities could potentially allow threat actors to access data or even perform functions that should be limited to administrative-level users.
Reduce your website security risks
Back up everything. Restore in one click.
Plugin updates fail. Servers go down. Accounts get suspended.
Any of these can take your site offline and your hosting provider’s backup may not be there when you need it most. SiteLock Backup stores your files and database independently — off your server, in a SOC2 and HIPAA-compliant cloud environment — and gets you back online with a single click, however the loss happened.
