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How can I export or back up my WordPress content manually?

Asked on Sep 23, 2025

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To manually export or back up your WordPress content, you can use the built-in export tool found in the WordPress dashboard. This tool allows you to download your site's content in an XML file format, which can be imported later if needed.

Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
Navigate to Tools → Export.
Select "All content" to export all your posts, pages, comments, custom fields, terms, navigation menus, and custom posts.
Click the "Download Export File" button to save the XML file to your computer.

Additional Comment:

This method only exports content, not themes, plugins, or settings.
For a full backup, consider using a plugin like UpdraftPlus or manually backing up your database and files via FTP.
Regular backups are crucial for site security and recovery.

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