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GoDaddy database backup - what are my options?

Updated on July 4, 2026

Overview

By the end of this article, you will know which CodeGuard backup option fits your GoDaddy hosting type and where to find the matching step-by-step setup guide. It covers the WordPress plugin option for WordPress sites and the option to connect a cPanel or Parallels database to CodeGuard directly.

Which option should I use?

Your best option depends on how your GoDaddy site is hosted:

WordPress sites: use the CodeGuard WordPress plugin to back up your content.

cPanel or Parallels (Plesk) sites: connect your database to CodeGuard directly.

Back up a WordPress database

If your website and database run on WordPress, use the CodeGuard WordPress plugin to back up your content. Setup takes about a minute and is the simplest option for WordPress users.

Back up a cPanel or Parallels database

If you are a cPanel or Parallels GoDaddy customer, you can connect your database to CodeGuard directly. Once you know which type of GoDaddy customer you are, open the matching step-by-step database guide for detailed setup instructions.