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Adds control over your ExpressionEngine internal backups. It allows site administrators to manage, download, and delete backups taken by ExpressionEngine itself—right from the Control Panel.
Backup Manager is a lightweight commercial add-on (priced at $20) for ExpressionEngine 7. It empowers administrators with easy, centralized management of EE backups—letting you view, download, or delete backups without needing to access the server file system. Requires PHP 8 to operate.
Summary
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Manage and retrieve ExpressionEngine internal backups |
| Download Capability | Yes – download via Control Panel |
| Delete Capability | Yes – remove backups as needed |
| Integration | Fully integrated into EE 7 Control Panel |
| Compatibility | Requires PHP 8, compatible with ExpressionEngine 7 |
Typical Use Cases
Easy Retrieval of Backup Files
- When you need to restore a site or migrate data, you can download the backup directly from EE’s control panel instead of grabbing it via FTP or SSH.
Maintenance & Storage Management
- Delete old backups through the interface to prevent disk space issues or clutter.
Features
Download Existing Backups
- Easily download backup files created via ExpressionEngine's built-in backup system.
Delete or Remove Old Backups
- Clean up the system by removing outdated or unnecessary backup files directly through the interface.
Simple Control Panel Management
- Integrates seamlessly into the ExpressionEngine Control Panel, offering a user-friendly way to oversee backups without needing to access the file system manually
How It Helps
Time-Saving Simplicity
- Instead of digging through file directories or server paths, you manage everything from one centralized location.
Improved Workflow
- Administrators can quickly fetch backups for testing, staging, migrations, or audits without additional tooling.
Enhanced Oversight
- Gives administrators visibility into which backups have been created, and when—making backup routines clearer and more manageable.