Jetpack Backup creates a complete, real-time (or daily) backup of everything that belongs to your WordPress installation, including:
- All files in the wp-content folder (plugins, themes, uploads, and any custom folders inside it)
- Your entire WordPress database (posts, pages, comments, settings, users, etc.)
- All other site-specific files outside of core (e.g., wp-config.php, .htaccess, custom files you added)
It does NOT back up the WordPress core files themselves (wp-admin and wp-includes) because those can always be re-downloaded fresh, and it excludes any non-WordPress databases or files that live outside your site’s directory.
If you’re setting up Jetpack Backup for the first time, it can be useful to review how to configure Jetpack Backup so you know when backups start running. And if you ever need to roll your site back to a previous version, understanding how to restore a Jetpack Backup will help you know exactly what to expect during the recovery process.
