The SQL Database holds information for accessing, retrieving and editing your website. You can download a copy of that database to keep as a backup in the event that your data needs to be restored. This article will show you how to create and download a database file and use it to restore the MySQL Database.
Tip: Midphase.com makes and stores regular backups of your website on our servers. We also recommend that you keep a saved copy of your database for your own records. If you need to restore your website from the past seven days, please fill out a support ticket and include the date from the past seven days and any specific website, database or other content you would like to have restored.
Step 1: Create A MySQL Backup In cPanel
Within cPanel, navigate to the Backup Wizard by clicking on the “Backup Wizard” icon.
Click on the “MySQL Databases” under the “Select Partial Backup” section.
Step 2: Download The MySQL Backup File
Click on the copy of your database file
Note: The file will automatically save in your Downloads folder. You may want to move it to a more permanent location using the file explorer. Make sure that you keep a note of where you have saved this file as you will need to refer to it later.
Step 3: Restore The MySQL Database
- Return to the Backup Wizard in cPanel.
- Click “Restore.”
- Select “MySQL Databases”.
- Click “Choose File.”
- Select the backup file that you previously downloaded.
- Click “Upload”.
If you need further help restoring your website, please contact Midphase support by opening a chat or creating a ticket within your CHI dashboard.
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