WordPress – Which file is the most important?
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WordPress – Which file is the most important?
Introduction: In this tutorial, we are going to learn the basic about files, directory and study how important these files can be! But, for those who already knew these, then I am not going to argue. But, you may want to continue and learn something new… it’s your choice!
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Everyday, when we login and operate WordPress, there is a file that controls your SQL database and your administrator panel. This file is called: “wp-config.php”. However, if there is a server problem or your blog was hacked, there is a chance that you may lose your “WordPress password and SQL Database”. Therefore, you have to create a plan and keep these files in a safe place!
On the other hand, your SQL database, it can be ‘backed up’ with your Cpanel and export it to your external devices, such as: removable drive or compact disk. But, please be aware about your internal hard drive. They can crash and cause serious problem! So, get yourself an external hard drive, if you don’t have one yet!
Secondly, if you have a large collection of plug-ins, you may also want to compress all of these as a ZIP file and download them to your external hard drive. So, if your server had a crash… again… there is always a backup for you to upload! This will also reduce your time and bandwidth. Well… technically, if you are a busy guy, like me, you may want to learn this word “Logic” and keep yourself happy from these miserable nightmares! But, don’t forget about your “Themes” directory. There must be a lot of work going into these folders!
Thirdly, if you have a large “htaccess” file, you will need to create a backup of that too. Don’t forget it! It will come in handy!!
Finally, here is a short version, if you are confused or clueless…
To make this short and simple, there are four areas that you need to back up. These are your “wp-config.php file, htaccess file, wp-plugin directory and your theme’s folder.” If you are not bother about these files, then you are on your own. But, I am not going to be around and flick my wand.
That is today lesson! Better get working on my art profile…
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