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The wp-config.php file is one of the most important files in your WordPress installation. This file contains the basic configuration for your site, including database credentials, password salts and keys, debug settings and filepath information. It can also be used to define custom configuration for the site, plugins and themes.
As such, keeping the contents of this file safe is essential to the function of the site. The All-In-One WordPress security plugin provides a simple way to backup and restore the wp-config.php file (and .htaccess file) from within the WordPress dashboard
Click the Backup wp-config.php File button near the top of the page. A download prompt will appear, asking you to open or save a file named wp-config-backup.txt. Save the file to your computer in a safe location.
Restoring the file is just as simple. Follow the quick steps below:
If you were able to successfully backup your WordPress installation’s wp-config file but can’t gain access to the dashboard to restore the file, you can follow the steps below to do so.
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