Backing up your Joomla website manually can be done in a few simple steps. Here's how to manually backup Joomla:
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Log in to your Joomla website's control panel.
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Navigate to the "File Manager" or "FTP" section of your control panel.
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Create a new folder on your server where you want to store the backup files.
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Use the file manager or FTP program to download a copy of all files in your Joomla installation directory and save them in the newly created folder.
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Export a copy of your Joomla database using your hosting control panel or a database management tool like phpMyAdmin.
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Save the database export file in the backup folder you created in step 3.
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Compress the backup folder into a single ZIP or TAR archive.
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Download the compressed archive to your local computer or store it on a remote server.
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Test the backup archive by restoring it on a test server or localhost.
It's important to regularly backup your Joomla website to prevent data loss in case of a disaster or a security breach. By manually backing up your Joomla website, you can have more control over the backup process and easily restore your website if any issues arise.
