This article shows you how to change when Web60 creates backups of your WordPress website.
Step 1: Access Your Web60 Control Panel
Log into your Web60 account at your dashboard URL. You'll see a list of your websites. Click on the website you want to change backup times for.
Step 2: Find the Backup Settings
Look for a section called "Backups" or "Backup Management" on your website dashboard. Click on it to open the backup options.
Step 3: Choose Your Backup Schedule
You'll see options for when backups run. The default setting is usually "Daily at 2:00 AM Irish time". Click on the dropdown menu to see other options:
- Every 6 hours
- Daily (you can pick the time)
- Every 3 days
- Weekly (you can pick the day and time)
- Monthly
Step 4: Set Your Preferred Time
If you choose "Daily" or "Weekly", you can pick the exact time. Choose a time when your website gets the least visitors. This is usually late at night or early morning.
For Irish businesses, good backup times are typically:
- Between 1:00 AM and 4:00 AM
- Sunday mornings if you're closed on Sundays
Backups use some of your website's resources while they run, so avoid busy periods like lunch time or evening hours.
Step 5: Save Your Changes
Click the "Save Settings" or "Update Schedule" button at the bottom of the page. You'll see a confirmation message that your backup schedule has been changed.
Step 6: Check Your First Backup
Your new backup schedule starts immediately. Check back after your chosen backup time to see if a new backup appears in your backup list.
Things to Remember
How many backups are kept: Web60 keeps your last 30 daily backups. Older backups are deleted automatically to save space.
Backup duration: Most small business websites take 2-10 minutes to backup. Larger sites with many images may take longer.
Failed backups: If a backup fails, you'll get an email notification. This can happen if your website is very busy during the backup time.
Time zone: All times are in Irish Standard Time (GMT+1 in summer, GMT in winter).
If you're still stuck or can't find the backup settings, contact Web60 support through your dashboard. Include your domain name and describe what you're trying to do.
FAQ
Q: What time should I schedule my backups?
A: Choose a time when your website has the fewest visitors, typically between 1:00 AM and 4:00 AM Irish time.
Q: How long do backups take to complete?
A: Most small business websites take 2-10 minutes to backup. Sites with many images or large databases may take longer.
Q: Can I run backups more than once per day?
A: Yes, you can choose to run backups every 6 hours if needed, though daily backups are sufficient for most small businesses.
Q: What happens if a backup fails?
A: You'll receive an email notification if a backup fails. This usually happens if your site is very busy during backup time.
Q: How many backups does Web60 keep?
A: Web60 keeps your last 30 daily backups. Older backups are automatically deleted to save storage space.
Q: Will backups slow down my website?
A: Backups use some server resources while running, which is why it's best to schedule them during quiet periods.
Q: Can I backup my site manually outside the schedule?
A: Yes, you can create manual backups anytime from your backup dashboard without affecting your automatic schedule.
Last updated: 1 March 2026