Title: DB Backup by Fairshare.tech
Author: Keshav Grover
Published: <strong>24. august, 2025</strong>
Last modified: 31. august, 2025

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# DB Backup by Fairshare.tech

 Af [Keshav Grover](https://profiles.wordpress.org/keshavgrover/)

[Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech.1.0.2.zip)

 * [Detaljer](https://da.wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/#description)
 * [Vurderinger](https://da.wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/#reviews)
 *  [Installation](https://da.wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/#installation)
 * [Udvikling](https://da.wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/#developers)

 [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/)

## Beskrivelse

**DB Backup by Fairshare.tech** lets you create automated WordPress database backups
on your preferred schedule. It uses `mysqldump` if available for fast and reliable
backups, and falls back to a PHP-based method if `mysqldump` is unavailable.

Backups are stored securely in your `wp-content/uploads/db_backup/` directory, and
you can choose to have them emailed to your admin email address. The plugin provides
a settings page for configuration and supports triggering backups via a real cron
job for reliability.

### **Features**

 1. Flexible backup frequency: Daily, Weekly, or Monthly.
 2. Backups saved in `wp-content/uploads/db_backup/` with timestamped filenames.
 3. Option to email backups to the admin email address.
 4. Uses `mysqldump` if available, with PHP fallback.
 5. No dependency on WP-Cron—supports real cron jobs via a secure endpoint.
 6. Secure authentication using unique access key for cron URL.
 7. Simple configuration via WordPress Settings page.

## Installation

 1. Upload the `db-backup-by-fairshare` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
 2. Activate the plugin through the **Plugins** menu in WordPress.
 3. Go to **Settings  DB Backup** to configure:
 4.  * Backup frequency (Daily, Weekly, Monthly)
     * Email backup option (Yes / No)
 5. If you want real cron jobs:
 6.  * Copy the cron URL from the settings page.
     * Add it to your hosting cron manager or an external service (e.g., EasyCron).

**Requirements:**
 – `mysqldump` installed on the server (optional, for faster backups).–`
exec()` function enabled in PHP (required for mysqldump method). – If `exec()` or`
mysqldump` is not available, the plugin uses a PHP-based backup.

## FAQ

### Where are backups stored?

All backups are stored in `wp-content/uploads/db_backup/` with a timestamped filename.

### Can I change the backup schedule?

Yes. Go to **Settings  DB Backup** and choose Daily, Weekly, or Monthly.

### Can I disable email notifications?

Yes. On the settings page, select **No** for the “Email Backup” option.

### Does it work without mysqldump?

Yes. If `mysqldump` or `exec()` is not available, the plugin uses a PHP-based fallback
to create the backup.

### How do I set up a real cron job?

On the settings page, copy the provided URL and add it to your hosting control panel’s
cron job scheduler or use an external service like [EasyCron](https://www.easycron.com).

### Is the cron URL secure?

Yes. The URL contains a unique 32-character access key that’s generated during plugin
activation. This key doesn’t expire and provides excellent security for your backup
endpoint.

## Anmeldelser

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## Bidragsydere & udviklere

“DB Backup by Fairshare.tech” er open source-software. Følgende personer har bidraget
til dette plugin.

Bidragsydere

 *   [ Keshav Grover ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/keshavgrover/)

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## Ændringslog

#### 1.0.2

 * CRITICAL FIX: Removed nonce dependency to prevent backup failures after 24 hours.
 * Simplified security model using only unique access key.
 * Improved long-term reliability for scheduled backups.
 * Updated documentation to reflect security changes.

#### 1.0.1

 * Added settings page for backup frequency and email options.
 * Added support for real cron jobs via secure URL.
 * Fallback to PHP-based backup if `mysqldump` is unavailable.
 * Backups stored in `wp-content/uploads/db_backup/`.

#### 1.0.0

 * Initial release with weekly backup and email delivery.

## Meta

 *  Version **1.0.2**
 *  Senest opdateret **10 måneder siden**
 *  Aktive installationer **Færre end 10**
 *  WordPress-version ** 5.0 eller højere **
 *  Testet op til **6.8.5**
 *  PHP-version ** 7.4 eller højere **
 *  Sprog
 * [English (US)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/)
 * Tags
 * [automatic backup](https://da.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/automatic-backup/)[cron job](https://da.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/cron-job/)
   [database backup](https://da.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/database-backup/)[mysql](https://da.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/mysql/)
   [mysqldump](https://da.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/mysqldump/)
 *  [Avanceret visning](https://da.wordpress.org/plugins/db-backup-by-fairshare-tech/advanced/)

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## Bidragsydere

 *   [ Keshav Grover ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/keshavgrover/)

## Support

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