Plugin info

Total downloads: 86
Active installs: 0
Total reviews: 0
Average rating: 0
Support threads opened: 0
Support threads resolved: 0 (0%)
Available in: 1 language(s)
Contributors: 1
Last updated: 11/18/2025 (44 days ago)
Added to WordPress: 11/17/2025 (0 years old)
Minimum WordPress version: 6.0
Tested up to WordPress version: 6.8.3
Minimum PHP version: 7.4

Maintenance & Compatibility

Maintenance score

Actively maintained • Last updated 44 days ago

59/100

Is Tiny Backup abandoned?

Likely maintained (last update 44 days ago).

Compatibility

Requires WordPress: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.8.3
Requires PHP: 7.4

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Description

Tiny Backup is a WordPress plugin that allows you to create backup files simply and without any complicated configuration.
You can create and download the bare minimum backup with just one click, stress-free.

  • Database backup (SQL inside ZIP)
  • Files backup (select folders under wp-content)
  • Clear progress indicator and logs
  • No external services; everything runs on your server

This plugin is ideal for small to medium sites that need quick on-demand backups.

Installation

  1. Upload the plugin to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory or install via the WordPress Plugins screen.
  2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
  3. Go to Tools Tiny Backup.
  4. Choose backup targets and click “Run backup now”.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are backups saved?

By default, backups are saved to wp-content/tiny-backup.

Can I change the destination directory?

The destination cannot be changed intentionally. If there are many requests, we may add this feature.

Are scheduled backups supported?

Not currently supported. This initial version only supports manual backups. Scheduled backups may be added in a future version.

Review feed

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Screenshots

  1. Settings screen - Choose what to backup: database and/or files, and select specific folders/plugins/themes under wp-content

    Settings screen - Choose what to backup: database and/or files, and select specific folders/plugins/themes under wp-content

  2. Backup management screen - View all backup files with creation date and size, download or delete backups

    Backup management screen - View all backup files with creation date and size, download or delete backups

Changelog

1.1.1

  • Bug fix.

1.1.0

  • Added an action link to the plugin list for quick access to the settings page.

1.0.0

  • Initial Release.