Generating a Backup using cPanel

The below process will walk you how to generate a back up on of your account.

Step 1: Log into your cPanel account (click here for How to sign into cPanel)

Step 2: Click on "Backup"

Step 3: Click on "Download a full Website Backup"

Step 4:  Click on "Generate Backup"

Step 5: You should now have a blue box telling you the backup is in progress, Click "Go Back"

Step 6: Refresh this page until the backup up link under "Backups Available for Download" turns blue.

Step 7: You will get a prompt to download the file. Select "Save File" and click "OK"

Once you have a copy of the back up on your computer please read "Removing old cPanel Backups"