How to download a backup as a zip file in CodeGuard

Downloading a backup as a zip file in CodeGuard allows you to securely obtain a copy of your website’s files for offline storage, migration, or recovery. This process gives you the flexibility to download either a full backup or specific files, depending on your needs. In this guide, you’ll learn how to access your CodeGuard backups through your account dashboard and download them easily as a compressed zip file for convenient use.

Downloading a backup as a zip file

1. Log in to your account via https://www.networksolutions.com/my-account/login.
2. Click Security from the left navigation menu.
   
3. Navigate to Website Backups, then click Manage.
   
   
    
4. Go to the Manage CodeGuard section and tap Manage.
   
   
    
5. Scroll down to Website Backup and select the backup name that you want to download. Click on Actions, then choose Restore.
   
    
6. Select the available date that you would like to download, then click Restore Options to proceed.
   
   
7. Tap Select Option under the Download Zip section.
   
   
    
   • You can download the full backup or select specific files from the list. If you choose individual files, be sure to check those you wish to include.
   • CodeGuard will begin packaging your files into a zip archive. This process may take a few minutes, depending on the total file size.
   • Once the file is ready, you can reload the page or follow the previous steps again to locate it.
   • Right-click the file name, then select Save link as... to download it to your computer.

Review

Before completing the download, ensure that you have selected the correct backup version and files needed for your purpose. Verify that there is enough storage space available on your local device to accommodate the zip file. After downloading, it is recommended to extract the zip file and confirm that all expected files are present and intact.

If you encounter issues during the download process, such as incomplete files or errors, retry the download or check your network connection. Additionally, make sure you are accessing the correct CodeGuard account and backup date to avoid downloading outdated or incorrect data.