Schedule regular backups based on the frequency of your website updates. Ensure backups include all critical data, databases, configurations, and media files.
Store backups in a location separate from your web server. Off-site storage protects against server failures, natural disasters, or other physical damage.
Implement versioning for your backups to have multiple restore points. This is useful in case a problem is not immediately detected.
Regularly test the restoration process to ensure that backups are functional and can be quickly restored. Verify that all necessary data, configurations, and dependencies are included in the backup.
Encrypt sensitive data in your backups to protect it from unauthorized access. Restrict access to backup files and directories, ensuring only authorized personnel can manage and restore backups.