1. Create Template
A template is a reusable package configuration that can be used in instant or scheduled package creation
- Click “Duplicator Pro” > Tools > “Templates” > “Add New”
- Enter a template name & specifications > click “Save”
2. Create Schedule & Test
Schedules automatically generate packages:
- Click “Duplicator Pro” > “Schedules” > “Add New”
- Enter schedule name, template, storage location(s) and frequency > click “Save”
Verify schedule operation:
- Click “Duplicator Pro” > “Schedules” > “Run Now” on the desired schedule
- Click “Duplicator Pro” > “Packages” > menu to view running package build
- Wait for the package to complete building
- Check back again to make sure the schedule runs as requested
3. Database Only (Optional)
Schedule a backup of only the Database
- Click “Duplicator Pro” > Tools > “Templates” > edit template assigned to schedule
- Open “Archive Section” > check the ‘Enable File Filter’ checkbox
- On the right side look for a link that says “[root path]” and click it
- This will be the root path of your site excluding all files
- Click “Save Template” and follow Step 3 above to validate.