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Secure WordPress Backups With UpdraftPlus and Linode
Website data can disappear without warning due to server problems, security risks, or simple mistakes. That is why having a safe backup stored outside your server matters. This guide shows how UpdraftPlus and Backuply work with Linode Object Storage to keep your WordPress site data secure and easy to restore.
What Is UpdraftPlus
UpdraftPlus is a trusted WordPress plugin used to back up and restore websites with ease. It helps site owners protect their data from server issues, security threats, and accidental changes. With this plugin, you can save your website files and database safely and bring them back anytime with a single click.
The plugin supports both automatic and manual backups. You can store backups on popular cloud platforms such as Google Drive, Dropbox, and Amazon S3, and in our experience, Linode is the ideal platform for users who want reliable off-server storage with predictable performance. This keeps your data safe even if your server fails. Millions of users rely on UpdraftPlus to keep their websites secure and running without stress.
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How to Use UpdraftPlus With Linode Object Storage
UpdraftPlus connects with Linode Object Storage through the S3-compatible option. This setup stores your WordPress backups outside the server, which helps protect your site data and keeps backups safe.
Step 1: Get Your Linode API Key
Log in to the Linode Cloud Manager and open the My Profile section. Authenticate using your account password, then move to the API Keys tab. Create a new API key, copy it, and store it securely. This is the only time the full key appears. Next, create an Object Storage bucket in Linode and note the bucket name and region.
Step 2: Open UpdraftPlus Settings in WordPress
Sign in to your WordPress dashboard and make sure UpdraftPlus is active. Open Settings and select UpdraftPlus Backups. Click the Settings tab and scroll to the remote storage section. Choose the S3 Generic option, which supports Linode Object Storage.
Step 3: Enter Linode Storage Details
Enter your Linode bucket name in the location field. Add the S3 endpoint based on your selected region, such as us east 1 linodeobjects com. Paste the access key and secret key you created earlier. If needed, add a folder name inside the bucket to keep backups organized.
Step 4: Test the Connection
Click the Test button to check whether UpdraftPlus can connect to Linode Object Storage. If the test fails, review the bucket name, endpoint, and API keys carefully before trying again.
Step 5: Schedule Your Backups
After a successful test, save the settings. Choose backup schedules for your files and database based on how often your site changes. Once saved, UpdraftPlus starts backing up your WordPress site to Linode automatically.
Set up Linode Object Storage With Backuply
Backuply supports Linode Object Storage through an S3-compatible setup. This connection lets you store WordPress backups safely outside your server and access them whenever needed.
Step 1: Prepare Linode Object Storage
Log in to your Linode Cloud Manager and open the Object Storage section from the left menu. Create a new bucket by choosing a unique name and selecting a region such as us East-1 or AP South One. After that, open the Access Keys tab and create a new access key. Copy both the key ID and secret key right away and store them securely since the secret key appears only once.
Next, note your storage endpoint. It follows the format region dot linodeobjects dot com and can be found in the bucket details.
Step 2: Open Backuply in WordPress
Sign in to your WordPress admin panel and open Backuply from the left navigation. Go to the Dashboard and select the Backup Location tab. This section manages where your backups are stored.
Step 3: Add a New Backup Location
Click the Add Backup Location button. In the form that appears, enter a name for the location so you can identify it easily later. Choose an S3-compatible storage type from the list.
Paste your Linode access key and secret key into the required fields. Enter the endpoint without adding any protocol. Then type the exact bucket name you created in Linode to store each backup disk image securely outside the server.
Step 4: Save and Confirm the Setup
After filling in all the details, click Add Backup Location. If the information is correct, Backuply saves the location instantly. Your Linode Object Storage is now ready to receive WordPress backups.
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Conclusion
A secure backup setup makes all the difference when something goes wrong. Using UpdraftPlus with Linode cloud storage keeps your site data safe and easy to restore. For smooth setup and peace of mind, follow the steps to use UpdraftPlus with Linode cloud storage or talk to us for expert help.
