How to Encrypt a Database Password in Plesk Backup

Ensuring the security of your database is crucial, and one effective way to do this is by encrypting your database password in Plesk backups. This guide walks you through the steps to enable password protection for your backups, enhancing the security of your data.

Accessing Backup Manager in Plesk

  1. Log in to your Plesk account.
  2. Navigate to the Websites & Domains interface.
  3. Locate and click on the Backup Manager icon.

Configuring Remote Storage Settings

  1. In the Backup Manager, find and click on the Remote Storage Settings option.
  2. You will see that password protection for backups is currently disabled.

Enabling Password Protection

  1. Click on the Change option.
  2. Check the box next to Password Protection.
  3. Enter your desired password in the provided password input boxes.

Saving Your Changes

Once you have entered and confirmed your password, click on the OK button to finalize the changes. Your backups are now secured with password protection.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you have successfully enabled password protection for your Plesk backups. This simple yet effective measure significantly increases the security of your database, ensuring your data remains safe from unauthorized access.