How to Restore Website Backup in cPanel
Posted about 8 months ago 4kUsing Restore Wizard
Warning: Full restore overwrites current data.
Upload Backup File
cPanel → Backup Wizard → Restore → Choose Full or Partial.
Partial Restore Options
Restore only home directory, databases, or email forwarders.
Database Restore via phpMyAdmin
Import SQL File
Select database → Import → Choose .sql file → Go.
Common Issues Table
| Issue | Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| File too large | Upload limit | Use FTP for large files |
| Corrupted backup | Incomplete download | Re-download original |
| Permission errors | File ownership | Contact support |