VT Database Backup – Overview

What is VT Database Backup?

VT Database Backup is a professional, lightweight WordPress plugin that provides secure and automated database backup solutions. Perfect for developers, agencies, and website owners who need reliable database protection.

Key Features

🆓 Free Version Features

  • Local Database Backups – Secure local storage with automatic cleanup
  • File Compression – Gzip compression to reduce backup file sizes by 60-80%
  • Automated Scheduling – Daily/weekly automated backups
  • Email Notifications – Get notified when backups are created
  • Performance Optimized – Uses –single-transaction for zero-downtime backups
  • Clean Interface – Simple, intuitive WordPress admin interface
  • Multilingual Support – Available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Turkish

🚀 PRO Version Features

  • Cloud Storage Integration – S3, FTP, Google Drive, Dropbox
  • File Encryption – AES-256-CBC encryption for maximum security
  • Selective Table Backups – Choose specific tables to backup
  • Slack Notifications – Instant notifications to your team
  • Advanced Scheduling – Hourly backups and custom retention policies
  • Unlimited Backup Retention – Keep as many backups as you need
  • Priority Support – Direct access to our development team

Feature Comparison Table

Feature Free Version PRO Version
Local Backups ✅ ✅
Compression ✅ ✅
Basic Scheduling ✅ (Daily/Weekly) ✅ (Hourly + Custom)
Email Notifications ✅ ✅
Maximum Backups 5 files Unlimited
Cloud Storage ❌ ✅ (S3, FTP, Google Drive, Dropbox)
Encryption ❌ ✅ (AES-256-CBC)
Selective Backups ❌ ✅
Slack Notifications ❌ ✅
Advanced Retention ❌ ✅
Priority Support ❌ ✅

Pricing Plans

Choose the perfect plan for your needs. All PRO plans include the same powerful features with different billing options.

Monthly

$3
per month
  • All PRO features included
  • Cloud storage integration
  • Advanced encryption
  • Priority support

MOST POPULAR

Yearly

$30
per year
Save $6 per year!
  • All PRO features included
  • Cloud storage integration
  • Advanced encryption
  • Priority support
  • 2 months FREE!

Lifetime

$50
one-time payment
Perfect for agencies!
  • All PRO features included
  • Cloud storage integration
  • Advanced encryption
  • Priority support
  • Pay once, own forever!

What’s Included in All PRO Plans?

  • Cloud Storage: S3, FTP, Google Drive, Dropbox integration
  • Advanced Encryption: AES-256-CBC encryption for maximum security
  • Selective Backups: Choose specific tables to backup
  • Slack Notifications: Instant team notifications
  • Advanced Scheduling: Hourly backups and custom retention
  • Unlimited Backups: No storage limitations
  • Priority Support: Direct access to our development team

🚀 Ready to Upgrade to PRO?

Unlock enterprise-level backup capabilities with cloud storage, encryption, and advanced scheduling.

Monthly

$3
per month

BEST VALUE

Yearly

$30
per year
Save 17% vs monthly!

Lifetime

$50
one-time payment
Perfect for agencies!

All plans include full PRO features • 30-day money-back guarantee • Priority support

Perfect For

  • Developers – Automated backups during development
  • Agencies – Client website protection
  • E-commerce Sites – Critical data security
  • Blogs & Content Sites – Content preservation
  • Multisite Networks – Centralized backup management

Security Features

  • Nonce verification for all actions
  • Proper capability checks
  • Secure file handling
  • Path validation
  • No direct file access
  • Backups stored outside web root

Technical Specifications

  • Database Support: MySQL 5.6+, MariaDB 10.0+
  • PHP Version: 7.4 or higher
  • WordPress Version: 5.0 or higher
  • Backup Format: SQL with optional Gzip compression
  • Storage: Local filesystem (PRO: Cloud storage)

Quick Start

  1. Install & Activate the plugin
  2. Configure Settings in WordPress admin
  3. Create Your First Backup manually
  4. Set Up Automation for daily backups
  5. Monitor & Manage your backup files

Why Choose VT Database Backup?

Reliability

  • Zero-downtime backups using –single-transaction
  • Automatic error handling and logging
  • Consistent backup file integrity

Performance

  • Optimized for large databases
  • Minimal server resource usage
  • Fast backup and restore operations

Security

  • Secure file permissions
  • No web-accessible backup files
  • Encrypted backups (PRO version)

Ease of Use

  • Intuitive WordPress admin interface
  • One-click backup creation
  • Automated scheduling and cleanup

Support & Documentation

  • Free Support: Community forums and documentation
  • PRO Support: Priority support with direct access
  • Documentation: Comprehensive guides and tutorials
  • Updates: Regular security and feature updates

Get Started Today

Ready to protect your WordPress database? Download the free version or upgrade to PRO starting at just $3/month.

VT Database Backup – Professional database protection for WordPress