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Create a Manual Backup with Backup & Migration Free

Jan 20, 2026 | Knowledge Base

This guide explains how to create a manual backup using the free version of WPvivid Backup & Migration Plugin. Manual backups allow you to generate on-demand restore points before updates, site changes, or troubleshooting operations.

When to Create Manual Backups

Manual backups are recommended before performing any major website changes, including:

  • Before updating WordPress core, themes, or plugins
  • Before editing website files or database records
  • Before testing major changes or new features
  • Before migrating your website
  • When creating a one-time restore point
Tip
Even if you use scheduled backups, creating a manual backup before critical changes provides an additional layer of protection.

How to Create a Manual Backup

Before get started:

  • Navigate to WPvivid Backup Plugin → Backup & Restore
  • Make sure you are on the Backup & Restore tab


Follow the steps below to create a manual backup using WPvivid Backup & Migration Free.

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Step 1: Choose Backup Content

Select the content you want to include in the backup:

  • Database + Files (WordPress Files)
    Creates a full website backup. Recommended for most users.
  • WordPress Files (Exclude Database)
    Backs up only site files without database data.
  • Only Database
    Backs up only your WordPress database.

Step 2: Select Backup Storage Location

Choose where the backup will be stored:

  • Save Backups to Local
    Stores the backup on your web server inside the WPvivid backup directory.
  • Send Backup to Remote Storage
    Uploads the backup to configured cloud storage such as Google Drive, Dropbox, Amazon S3, FTP/SFTP, and other supported remote destinations.
Note
Remote storage destinations must be configured in the Remote Storage tab before they can be selected here.

Step 3: Optional — Enable Manual Delete Protection

You can enable the option:

  • This backup can only be deleted manually
    Prevents this backup from being automatically removed by retention rules.

This option is useful for preserving important restore points.

Step 4: Start Manual Backup

Click the Backup Now button to start the backup process.

Step 5: Monitor Backup Progress

During the backup process, you will see real-time status information, including:

Backup Free Manual Backup Progress

  • Backup progress percentage
  • Processed file size
  • Transfer speed
  • Current task status
Note
You may close the browser tab or leave the page during the backup process. WPvivid will continue running the task in the background.

Step 6: Verify Backup Completion

Once the backup finishes successfully:

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  • A success notification will be displayed
  • The backup will appear in the Backups list below
  • You can download, restore, or manage the backup files

Troubleshooting Manual Backup Issues

If a manual backup fails, times out, or becomes stuck, try adjusting the WPvivid Advanced Settings according to the following documentation.

If the issue persists, please contact WPvivid support for further optimization guidance.