Sites > Backup
MAMP PRO gives you the ability to quickly and easily back up the data of all sites (files & databases) using the backup feature. Backups are not tied to a specific installation of MAMP PRO. This means that you can share backups with other users of MAMP PRO.
Create Backup
To create a backup, follow these steps
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Select “Backup…” from the File menu. This menu item is only active when no servers or services are running.
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The “Backup” window opens.
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Select the content you want to backup.
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Click the Backup button.
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The dialog for specifying the file name and location of the backup file is displayed. You can leave the suggested name/location or enter your own.
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Click the Save button.
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When the backup is complete, the message “Backup done.” is displayed.
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Click the “Close” button.
Restore Backup
To restore a backup, follow these steps
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Select “Restore…” from the File menu. This menu item is only active when no servers or services are running.
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The “Restore” window opens.
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Select which backup file to use and what to restore from the backup.
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Click the “Restore” button.
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A message will be displayed to help you recover the selected contents. Please read it carefully. If you wish to continue, click the “OK” button.
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When the backup restore is complete, the message “Restore done.” appears.
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Click the “Close” button.