Description
Tiny Backup is a WordPress plugin that allows you to create backup files simply and without any complicated configuration.
You can create and download the bare minimum backup with just one click, stress-free.
Manual Backup
- Database backup (SQL inside ZIP) with a single click
- Files backup from your uploads folder — select specific subfolders as needed
- Clear progress indicator during backup
Auto Backup (WP-Cron)
- Set separate schedules for database and files backups (daily / weekly / monthly)
- Configure time, day of week, or day of month for each schedule
- Manage retention: set max generations for database and files independently
- Email notifications on success and/or failure (sent to the admin email address)
General
- No external services; everything runs on your server
- Backup files are stored in
wp-content/tiny-backup
This plugin is ideal for small to medium sites that need simple, low-overhead backups.
Screenshots
Settings screen — Select backup items from the uploads folder 
Auto Backup settings — Configure separate schedules, retention, and email notifications for database and files
Installation
- Upload the plugin to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory or install via the WordPress Plugins screen. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
- Go to Tools Tiny Backup.
- Click “Database Backup” or “Files Backup” to run a manual backup, or configure Auto Backup settings.
FAQ
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Where are backups saved?
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Backups are saved to
wp-content/tiny-backupby default. -
Can I change the destination directory?
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The destination cannot be changed intentionally. If there are many requests, we may add this feature.
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Are scheduled backups supported?
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Yes. As of version 1.3.0, you can configure automatic backups for database and files independently using WP-Cron. Options include daily, weekly, and monthly schedules.
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Does scheduled backup run at the exact time I set?
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WP-Cron is triggered by site visits, so the actual execution time may differ slightly from the configured time on low-traffic sites. The backup will run on the next page load after the scheduled time.
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What folders can I select for file backup?
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You can select the entire uploads folder or individual subfolders directly under it. Subfolders of subfolders are not selectable.
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Contributors & Developers
“Tiny Backup” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.3.0
- Added auto backup feature using WP-Cron (daily / weekly / monthly)
- Database and files can be scheduled independently
- Configurable retention (max generations) per backup type
- Email notifications on success and/or failure
- Split manual backup into separate “Database Backup” and “Files Backup” buttons
- Limited file backup scope to uploads folder (direct subfolders selectable)
- Introduced wp-scripts build pipeline for admin assets
1.2.0
- Internal improvements and refactoring.
1.1.1
- Bug fix.
1.1.0
- Added an action link to the plugin list for quick access to the settings page.
1.0.0
- Initial Release.