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How to restore backup site files in Xcitium Backup

Website issues can happen when you least expect them, whether it’s accidental changes, data loss, or a security incident. Knowing how to restore backup site files ensures you can quickly recover your site and minimize downtime. This guide walks you through restoring backup site files in Xcitium Backup, including full restores and selective file recovery, so you can get your site back online with confidence.

Note: This article applies only to Xcitium and CodeGuard customers who renewed on or after May 15, 2026. The Xcitium Backup service becomes available in the account seven days before your renewal date. Early renewals prior to the seven-day timeframe will not be processed. Still using CodeGuard? See CodeGuard setup: How to get started to learn more.

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Restoring the backup site files

To restore your backup site files, follow the steps outlined below.

  1. Log in to your account via https://www.networksolutions.com/my-account/login.
  2. Click Security from the left navigation menu.
    security-menu
  3. Go to Website Backups, then tap Manage for the website that you would like to request to restore a backup site file.

    website backups product manage
     
  4. Tap Manage in the Manage Xcitium section to proceed.

    manage xcitium button
     
  5. Click Manage Backup to proceed.

    xcitium manage backup
     
  6. In the File Backup Summary section, click View Backup History.

    file backup summary view backup history
     
  7. Check the backup Status to ensure it is Complete.

    backup history complete status
     
  8. Select the backup Date you want to restore, then go to Options to continue.

    backup history options
     
  9. In the Restore Request field, restoring a backup site file includes:

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    1. Auto restore all files: Automatically restore your website from a backup. After selecting this option, confirm your choice and acknowledge that existing files will be overwritten.

      auto restore confirmation
       
    2. Selective auto restore: Manually select specific files and folders from a backup to restore. After selecting this option, follow the steps below:
       
      • Choose the files and folders you want to restore, then click Continue.

        select files box
         
      • Confirm your selection and acknowledge that any existing files will be overwritten. Tap Restore to complete the restore request.

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    3. Auto restore database: Automatically restore your database from a backup. After selecting this option, confirm your choice and acknowledge that the existing database will be overwritten.

      auto restore database confirm
       
  10. After the backup file has been completely downloaded, go to the Restore column, then click List to check the downloaded file.

    restore list
     

 

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Restoring backup site files is essential for quickly recovering your website from data loss, accidental changes, or security issues, and knowing how to restore backup site files in Xcitium Backup ensures minimal disruption and faster recovery. Before you restore backup site files, always verify the backup date and confirm whether you need a full or selective restore to avoid overwriting important data. With Xcitium Backup, you can confidently restore backup site files using flexible options that give you full control over your website recovery process.

 

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