UpdraftPlus

I add UpdraftPlus for backups because not every host gives you the level of backup coverage you want. It lets me run a full backup (files + database) in a couple of clicks and then connect it to external storage like Google Drive or Dropbox for extra safety.

Pros

+Easy one-click backups (files and database)
+Can send backups to external storage
+Good safety net if your host backups are limited

Cons

-Requires initial setup if you want remote storage integrations

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UpdraftPlus

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Highlights

+Easy one-click backups (files and database)
+Can send backups to external storage
+Good safety net if your host backups are limited

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