How to Restore a WordPress Backup (Files + Database)
Restore wordpress backup
Updated: December 28, 2025 • Use this as a practical workflow. Provider dashboards change—adapt the steps to your UI.
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Restore order
- Restore files first, then DB (or as your tool requires).
- Fix wp-config DB credentials if needed.
- Clear caches and retest.
Post-restore checklist
- Login works
- Forms work
- Permalinks work
- Mixed content scan
Next steps
- True Cost Calculator (avoid billing surprises)
- Core Web Vitals checklist (speed basics)
- WordPress backups best practices
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