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How to Backup a Joomla 2.5 Site

Written by Nick Savov Nick Savov
Published: 14 January 2011 14 January 2011

This tutorial will take you step by step how to backup your Joomla 2.5 installation using Akeeba Backup.

Download Akeeba Backup

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Download Akeeba backup from here.

 

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Download now.

Install Akeeba Backup

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Extensions >> Extension Manager

 

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Browse >> com_akeeba >> Upload & Install

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Success!

Backup

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Components >> Akeeba Backup

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The general settings are fine and there is no need for any modification unless you are trying to do something more advanced.

Backup Now.

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Fill in information appropriately. Then Backup Now!

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Patiently wait for completion. Do not exit this screen until finished.

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Success!