Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Download Your Entire WordPress site

WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems used by bloggers and businesses alike. However, there may come a time when you need to download your entire WordPress site – whether it's for backup purposes or to move it to a different host.

In this article, we will show you how to download your entire WordPress site using two different methods.

Method 1: Using a Plugin

The easiest way to download your entire WordPress site is to use a plugin. With the help of a backup plugin, you can create a complete backup of all your site's files, including themes, plugins, media, and database.

Step 1: Install and Activate a Backup Plugin

First, you need to install and activate the backup plugin. There are several backup plugins available in the WordPress repository, but we recommend using UpdraftPlus or BackupBuddy.

To install a plugin, go to "Plugins" > "Add New" and search for your preferred plugin. Once you find it, click "Install Now" and then "Activate."

Step 2: Create a Backup

After activating the plugin, go to its settings page. In the settings, you can customize backup options such as how often to create backups, where to store them, and which files to include.

Once you're done customizing your options, click "Backup Now" to create a full backup of your WordPress site.

Step 3: Download the Backup File

After the backup is complete, you should see a list of backup files in the plugin's dashboard. Find the backup you just created and click the "Download" button to download the backup file to your computer.

Method 2: Using FTP

Another way to download your entire WordPress site is to use FTP. FTP is a protocol used for transferring files over the internet. You can use an FTP client to connect to your website's server and download all your WordPress files.

Step 1: Connect to Your Server

To connect to your server, you need to use an FTP client. There are many FTP clients available, but we recommend using FileZilla.

Open FileZilla and enter your host, username, and password to connect to your server. Once you're connected, you should see all your site's files on the right-hand side of the client.

Step 2: Download WordPress Files

To download your WordPress files, first, you need to navigate to the folder where your WordPress files are located. Typically, the WordPress files are in a folder named "public_html" or "www."

Once you've found the folder containing your WordPress files, select all the files and folders by clicking "Ctrl+A" (Windows) or "Cmd+A" (Mac). Then right-click on the selected files and click "Download" to download them to your computer.

Final Thoughts

Downloading your entire WordPress site is essential for backing up your website or moving it to a different host. The methods we discussed in this article will help you download all your WordPress files with ease.

Whether you choose to download your site using a plugin or using FTP, make sure to keep a copy of your backup files safe and secure. You never know when you might need them.