How to backup PrestaShop darabase?

Starting with Prestashop version 1.6, you have the possibility to make a backup of the database directly from the administration panel.

1. Log in to the PrestaShop administration panel
2. Navigate to the Advanced Parameters> DB backups section
3. On the next page a button I have read the disclaimer. Please create a new backup will be displayed
4. Click on that button
5. Download the backup

To restore a database:

1. Log in to the PrestaShop administration panel
2. Navigate to the Advanced Parameters> DB backups section
3. Select the desired backup and perform the backup

Backing up and restoring can also be done manually from the cPanel administration panel:

1. Log in to the cPanel panel
2. Navigate to the Databases> phpMyAdmnin section

For export:

1. In PHPMyAdmin, identify the database used by the PrestaShop store
2. Click on Export
3. Save the database locally

For import:

1. In PHPMyAdmin, identify the database used by the PrestaShop store
2. Click on Import
3. Choose the database from the location saved on your computer
4. Click on Go
5. Check the site upload

ATTENTION: Before overwriting information, it is always recommended to save the information that will be overwritten.