Live from WordPress.org · Oct 5, 2026
Best Files Backup Plugins for WordPress
3 plugins are tagged “files backup” on WordPress.org. We rank them by active installs and score every one on update freshness, compatibility, ratings and support — so you can pick a safe one in seconds. The most popular right now is WP Database Backup with 20K+ active installs.
| Rank | Plugin | Active installs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
WP Database Backup
Create & Restore Database Backup easily on single click. Manual or automated backups…
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20K+ |
| 2 |
Site Backup
Backup and restore your site in one click. Schedule automatic backup of your site. No…
|
10+ |
| 3 |
BackupFlow – Easy Backup, Restore & Migration
Simple WordPress backup, restore, and migration plugin with local backups, FTP storage…
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<10 |
Top Files Backup plugins, head to head
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Plugins are ordered the way WordPress.org ranks them for this category. Next to each one you’ll see its health score, so a popular-but-neglected option never sneaks into your stack.
- 25 Update freshness
- 20 Works with the latest WordPress
- 25 Rating, weighted by review count
- 15 Support threads resolved
- 15 Active installs
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Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 5, 2026
What is the most popular files backup plugin for WordPress?
WP Database Backup – Unlimited Database & Files Backup by Backup for WP is the most popular files backup plugin with 20K+ active installs and a 4.5/5 rating on WordPress.org.
How many files backup plugins are on WordPress.org?
There are currently 3 plugins tagged “files backup” in the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which files backup plugin has the best rating?
Among the most-installed options, WP Database Backup – Unlimited Database & Files Backup by Backup for WP has the highest rating at 4.5/5 from 102 reviews.
Are these files backup plugins actively maintained?
0 of the top 3 files backup plugins were updated in the last 30 days. Check each plugin’s health score for update freshness, WordPress compatibility and support responsiveness.
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