Expected result documented and verified from the affected user path.
Pass / fail / blockedWordPress operations guide
WordPress backup and restore drill
A backup is unproven until a clean environment can restore files, database, configuration and media to an agreed recovery point.
4 diagnostic facts3 controlled stages4 acceptance checks1 primary references
Diagnose before changing
- 01Map backup coverage
- 02Record frequency and retention
- 03Locate off-account copy
- 04Choose test environment
- 01
Create a known marker
Record a dated post, user or file so restoration completeness can be tested.
- 02
Restore away from production
Use an isolated destination and prevent indexing and outbound production actions.
- 03
Validate and document
Check row counts, media, login, forms, scheduled tasks and recovery time.
Acceptance gate
Prove the result
Record timestamp, tester and evidence for every check before closing the incident or change.
Expected result documented and verified from the affected user path.
Pass / fail / blockedExpected result documented and verified from the affected user path.
Pass / fail / blockedExpected result documented and verified from the affected user path.
Pass / fail / blockedPrimary references