Title: DB Backup by Fairshare.tech Author: Keshav Grover Published: август 24, 2025 Last modified: август 31, 2025 --- Search plugins ![](https://s.w.org/plugins/geopattern-icon/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech.svg) # DB Backup by Fairshare.tech By [Keshav Grover](https://profiles.wordpress.org/keshavgrover/) [Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech.1.0.2.zip) * [Details](https://mk.wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/#description) * [Reviews](https://mk.wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/#reviews) * [Installation](https://mk.wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/#installation) * [Development](https://mk.wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/#developers) [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/) ## Description **DB Backup by Fairshare.tech** lets you create automated WordPress database backups on your preferred schedule. It uses `mysqldump` if available for fast and reliable backups, and falls back to a PHP-based method if `mysqldump` is unavailable. Backups are stored securely in your `wp-content/uploads/db_backup/` directory, and you can choose to have them emailed to your admin email address. The plugin provides a settings page for configuration and supports triggering backups via a real cron job for reliability. ### **Features** 1. Flexible backup frequency: Daily, Weekly, or Monthly. 2. Backups saved in `wp-content/uploads/db_backup/` with timestamped filenames. 3. Option to email backups to the admin email address. 4. Uses `mysqldump` if available, with PHP fallback. 5. No dependency on WP-Cron—supports real cron jobs via a secure endpoint. 6. Secure authentication using unique access key for cron URL. 7. Simple configuration via WordPress Settings page. ## Installation 1. Upload the `db-backup-by-fairshare` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory. 2. Activate the plugin through the **Plugins** menu in WordPress. 3. Go to **Settings DB Backup** to configure: 4. * Backup frequency (Daily, Weekly, Monthly) * Email backup option (Yes / No) 5. If you want real cron jobs: 6. * Copy the cron URL from the settings page. * Add it to your hosting cron manager or an external service (e.g., EasyCron). **Requirements:** – `mysqldump` installed on the server (optional, for faster backups).–` exec()` function enabled in PHP (required for mysqldump method). – If `exec()` or` mysqldump` is not available, the plugin uses a PHP-based backup. ## FAQ ### Where are backups stored? All backups are stored in `wp-content/uploads/db_backup/` with a timestamped filename. ### Can I change the backup schedule? Yes. Go to **Settings DB Backup** and choose Daily, Weekly, or Monthly. ### Can I disable email notifications? Yes. On the settings page, select **No** for the “Email Backup” option. ### Does it work without mysqldump? Yes. If `mysqldump` or `exec()` is not available, the plugin uses a PHP-based fallback to create the backup. ### How do I set up a real cron job? On the settings page, copy the provided URL and add it to your hosting control panel’s cron job scheduler or use an external service like [EasyCron](https://www.easycron.com). ### Is the cron URL secure? Yes. The URL contains a unique 32-character access key that’s generated during plugin activation. This key doesn’t expire and provides excellent security for your backup endpoint. ## Reviews There are no reviews for this plugin. ## Contributors & Developers “DB Backup by Fairshare.tech” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin. Contributors * [ Keshav Grover ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/keshavgrover/) [Translate “DB Backup by Fairshare.tech” into your language.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech) ### Interested in development? [Browse the code](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/), check out the [SVN repository](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/), or subscribe to the [development log](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/) by [RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss). ## Changelog #### 1.0.2 * CRITICAL FIX: Removed nonce dependency to prevent backup failures after 24 hours. * Simplified security model using only unique access key. * Improved long-term reliability for scheduled backups. * Updated documentation to reflect security changes. #### 1.0.1 * Added settings page for backup frequency and email options. * Added support for real cron jobs via secure URL. * Fallback to PHP-based backup if `mysqldump` is unavailable. * Backups stored in `wp-content/uploads/db_backup/`. #### 1.0.0 * Initial release with weekly backup and email delivery. ## Meta * Version **1.0.2** * Last updated **8 месеци ago** * Active installations **Fewer than 10** * WordPress version ** 5.0 or higher ** * Tested up to **6.8.5** * PHP version ** 7.4 or higher ** * Language * [English (US)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/) * Tags * [automatic backup](https://mk.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/automatic-backup/)[cron job](https://mk.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/cron-job/) [database backup](https://mk.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/database-backup/)[mysql](https://mk.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/mysql/) [mysqldump](https://mk.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/mysqldump/) * [Advanced View](https://mk.wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/advanced/) ## Ratings No reviews have been submitted yet. 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