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A database restore overwrites or replaces current data, so preserve the current state first.

Applies to: Available SiteWorx database backups and SQL exports

Choose the restore source

Source	Method
SiteWorx partial backup	Use Backups > Management and select the database content.
SQL export	Use phpMyAdmin Import into the correct prepared database.
Full account or provider restore point	Request an administrator-assisted restore.

Restore safely

Export the current database and store it outside the hosting account.
Put the application into maintenance mode where supported.
Confirm the destination database name and the backup timestamp.
Run the selected restore/import once and retain the complete result message.
Check tables, application login and recent records.
Clear only the application cache that must be rebuilt.
Remove maintenance mode and monitor logs.

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-25.

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