This article shows you how to set up email notifications so you'll know when Web60 creates automatic backups of your website.
Step 1: Access Your Web60 Portal
Log into your Web60 portal using your account email address and password. If you can't remember your login details, check out our guide on Login Issues and Password Reset.
Once logged in, click on "My Websites" to see your website dashboard.
Step 2: Navigate to Backup Settings
Find your website in the list and click "Manage" next to it.
Look for the "Backups" section in your website control panel. This is usually found in the main menu or dashboard.
Click on "Backup Settings" or "Notification Settings" - the exact wording may vary depending on your portal layout.
Step 3: Configure Email Notifications
You'll see a section called "Backup Notifications" or similar. This controls when you receive emails about your backups.
Tick the boxes next to:
- "Successful backup completed" - sends an email when a backup finishes successfully
- "Backup failed" - alerts you if a backup doesn't work properly
- "Weekly backup summary" - gives you a weekly report of all backup activity
Enter the email address where you want to receive these notifications. This can be different from your account email address.
Step 4: Choose Notification Frequency
You can usually choose how often you want to be notified:
- Every backup - You'll get an email each time Web60 creates a backup (usually daily)
- Weekly summary - One email per week listing all successful and failed backups
- Failures only - Only get emails when something goes wrong
For most business owners, "Weekly summary" works well. It keeps you informed without filling your inbox.
Step 5: Test Your Settings
After saving your notification preferences, Web60 will usually send you a test email to confirm everything is working.
Check your email inbox (and spam folder) for this test message. If you don't receive it within 10 minutes, double-check that you've entered your email address correctly.
Step 6: Set Up Multiple Recipients (Optional)
If you want backup notifications sent to multiple people - like yourself and your IT person - you can usually add multiple email addresses.
Separate each email address with a comma, like this: your.email@business.ie, it.person@business.ie
What Happens Next
Web60 creates automatic backups of your website every day. With notifications turned on, you'll receive emails confirming these backups are happening.
If a backup fails, you'll get an immediate alert so you can contact support quickly. For more information about how the backup system works, read our guide on Understanding Automatic Backups.
If you need to restore your website from a backup, see our article on How to Restore Your Website from a Backup.
If you're still stuck with setting up backup notifications, contact Web60 support through your portal dashboard. Include your website domain name and a description of the problem you're having.
FAQ
Q: How often will I receive backup notification emails?
A: This depends on your settings. You can choose to get emails after every backup (usually daily), weekly summaries, or only when backups fail.
Q: Can I change my notification email address later?
A: Yes, you can update your notification email address anytime through your Web60 portal backup settings. Changes take effect immediately.
Q: What should I do if I stop receiving backup notifications?
A: Check your spam folder first, then verify your email address is correct in your backup settings. Contact support if notifications are still missing after 48 hours.
Q: Can I send backup notifications to multiple email addresses?
A: Yes, most Web60 accounts allow multiple notification recipients. Separate email addresses with commas in the notification settings.
Q: Do backup notifications cost extra?
A: No, backup notifications are included with your Web60 hosting account at no additional charge.
Q: What information is included in backup notification emails?
A: Backup emails typically include the date and time of the backup, whether it was successful, the backup file size, and how to access the backup if needed.
Q: Can I turn off backup notifications completely?
A: Yes, you can disable all backup notifications through your portal settings. However, keeping failure notifications enabled is recommended so you know if something goes wrong.
Last updated: 1 March 2026