How do I download one folder from a backup?

Currently, UpdraftPlus only allows you to download individual files from backups. To download a folder, you’ll need to first extract the backup directly on your cloud storage or web host.

The following steps can be adapted for most cloud storage providers and web hosting file managers.

The extracted files can be significantly larger than the original compressed file, often up to five times the size. However, if your storage provider or file manager allows you to extract only the specific folder you need, you can significantly reduce the required space.

• Sign in to your cloud storage or file manager.
• Navigate to the folder containing your backup file.
• Create a temporary folder to avoid cluttering your folder.

• Right-click on the backup file and select the ‘Unzip’ or ‘Extract’ option.
• Some providers, like Google Drive, allow you to extract specific folders within the backup.
• Extract your backup into the temporary folder you created.

• Extract the backup to the current folder.
• Move the extracted files and folders to the temporary folder manually.

• Once the backup is extracted, locate the folder you want to download.
• Right-click on the folder and select the ‘Download’ option.
• Remove the temporary folder.

Note: The exact steps and terminology might vary depending on the specific platform you’re using.

On your website, go to Backup / Restore >> Existing backups and click the backup that contains the file you want.

Click the Browse contents button, navigate to the file you wish to download.

Click the file name followed by the download link.