How to Use Softaculous to Delete a Backup Print

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On a website, backups are crucial. For instance, you can use the Softaculous application to remove an outdated backup copy if you made one using Softaculous but needed to do so because of disk space concerns. This article will show you how to use Softaculous to remove your previous backup.

STEP 1: Log in to cPanel.

There are two methods to log into your cPanel.

  • Method 1: Log in to your cPanel directly.
  • Method 2: Log in to your cPanel through your Customer Portal.

Through your Customer Portal;

  • Log in to your Customer Portal.
  • Click on the "Log in to Cpanel" icon.

STEP 2: In the Software section, click on Softaculous Apps Installer.

cPanel - Software Section - Softaculous Apps Installer

STEP 3: On the menu in the upper right corner, click the Backups and Restore icon.

Softaculous - Backups and Restore icon

STEP 4: In the Backups and Restore section, find the backup you want to remove.

Please choose the correct backup because deleting an old backup cannot be undone.

STEP 5: Click the trash bin icon to delete the backup.

Softaculous - Backups and Restore - trash bin icon

Your backup has now been successfully deleted.

 

Here is a guide that you can use to create a new backup:

Using Softaculous to Create an Installation Backup


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