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Security & Backups
Restore a backup from your dashboard
Undo mistakes quickly with daily backups.
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Quick answer
Undo mistakes quickly with daily backups.
- Security is a habit. Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication.
- Backups are your safety net. Know how to restore before you need it.
- Limit admin access to people who truly need it.
Key details
Backups are created daily and stored securely.
You can restore files, databases, or the whole site.
We recommend taking a manual copy before major changes.
Step-by-step
- Open Backups in your SiteHosts dashboard.
- Choose a date and restore the files or database.
- Check your site to confirm everything looks right.
Quick checklist
- Enable 2FA
- Check SSL status
- Know where backups live
- Review admin users and remove old accounts
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