Connect UpdraftPlus Backups with Zata.ai
This guide explains how to configure the UpdraftPlus WordPress Backup Plugin to store backups on Zata.ai’s S3-compatible object storage. Screenshots are included at each step for clarity.
Prerequisites
To download UpdraftPlus and install it, follow this link.
Zata.ai Bucket - Bucket Create Guide.
Access and Secret Key Pair - Access Key Guide.
REST Endpoint to follow on links.
Install UpdraftPlus
Go to Plugins → Add New in WordPress Admin.
Search for “UpdraftPlus” and install it.
Click Activate after installation.
Open UpdraftPlus Dashboard
In the sidebar, click UpdraftPlus under Plugins.
You’ll see the Backup/Restore dashboard, last log message, and scheduling info.
Access Backup Settings
In the dashboard, open the Settings tab.
Choose backup schedules and the number of retained backups.
Select S3-Compatible (Generic) under “Choose your remote storage” options.
Enter Zata.ai Storage Details
Enter your Zata.ai S3 credentials:
S3 access key: (Your Zata Access Key)
S3 secret key: (Your Secret Key)
S3 location: (Your bucket, e.g.,
s3generic://wp-backups)S3 end-point: idr01.zata.ai (Central India) or bom01.zata.ai (Southern India)
Bucket access style: Path style (recommended)
Signature version: SigV4
Click Test S3-Compatible (Generic) Settings to verify.
Configure Backup Schedule
Use the dropdown menus to set the frequency for Files backup and Database backup.
Adjust how many scheduled backups you want to retain.
Run a Manual Backup
Go to the Current Status tab.
Click Backup Now.
In the dialog, select what to include:
Include your database in the backup
Include your files in the backup
Send this backup to remote storage
Click Backup Now to start.
Confirm Backup and Remote Storage
When the backup finishes, verify that your files are listed in Zata.ai’s S3 bucket (via the dashboard or S3 explorer).
Check the status messages and logs for confirmation.
Best Practices
Always test your restore process with a test backup.
Set retention policies for automatic old backup removal.
Consider encryption for sensitive sites and data.
Troubleshooting
A successful “Test S3-Compatible settings” means your WordPress site can reach Zata.ai.
If errors appear, double-check credentials, endpoint, and bucket name.
Review UpdraftPlus logs in the dashboard for detailed error messages.
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