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DBC Backup 2
DBC Backup 2 is a safe & simple way to schedule regular WordPress database backups using the wp-cron batch jobs.
The facts
- Active installs
- 100+
- Price
- Free
- Last updated
- 5 Jan 2014
- Added
- Jul 2012
- Requires WP
- 3.6
- Tested up to
- WP 3.7.41
- Downloads
- 15,913
Our analysis
AI-assistedDBC Backup 2 is a WordPress plugin designed to back up your WordPress database securely on your server. You can schedule backups to occur at various intervals and choose the storage format, ensuring that your data is safely stored and easily retrievable.
The plugin creates a log during the backup process, detailing the generation date, file size, and duration. It is suitable for users looking for a straightforward solution to manage their database backups without relying on external storage options.
Best for: This plugin is suitable for WordPress users who need a simple and secure way to back up their database.
What it does well
- ✓Allows scheduling of backups: hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly
- ✓Backup files are stored securely on the server
- ✓Offers multiple compression formats: none, Gzip, and Bzip2
- ✓Creates logs for backup processes
- ✓Does not use mysqldump, creating its own SQL files
Where it falls short
- •Last updated in January 2014, may not be compatible with newer WordPress versions
- •Directory score of 38/100 indicates potential issues with performance or support
- •Rating not published, which may affect user trust
Verdict
DBC Backup 2 provides essential backup functionality but may not be ideal for users seeking a regularly updated solution or extensive support.
From the developer
Damien Saunders's own description of DBC Backup 2, lightly tidied.
DBC Backup 2 can give you the confidence that your WordPress database is backed-up and securely stored on your server.
You select when and where your backup will be generated. The backup file is saved to directory on your web server which for many people is free storage and more reliable then saving to your home computer.
Key Features
- Secure – The file name includes some random characters which makes it impossible for someone to guess the backup name and download it.
- Safe – the backup directory is protected with a .htaccess and an empty index.html file which means no-one can browse or download the file via the web
- Storage – If your server has supports it, you can select between three different compression formats: none, Gzip and Bzip2.
- Schedule – you can set hourly, daily, weekly or monthly backup
- Manual backup – anytime you want to save a backup before updating WordPress or installing a plugin you can.
Additional Info
The plugin will try to auto create the export directory.
This plugin creates it’s own sql file and does not use mysqldump like most other plugins.
During backup, a log is created that includes, the generation date, file, filesize, status and the duration of the generation.
The backup files are identical to what phpmyadmin would produce because DBC Backup is using the key procedures of phpmyadmin.
DBC Backup was built to be fast, flexible and as simple as possible.
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