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How to Restore Backups in Softaculous: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to restore a website backup with Softaculous in cPanel and quickly recover your application, files and database. This step-by-step guide shows you how to locate available backups, select Restore Installation, monitor the restoration process and confirm your website was successfully recovered.

Updated: June 20, 2026
By: RSH Web Editorial Staff

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cPanel - Softaculous - Restore a Backup

Log into your cPanel

Click the Softaculous App Installer link in the Software section.

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Click the Backup link, on the top right. The restore option is located in the list of backups.

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Click on “Restore Installation” button to restore the backup.

restore the backup


A progress meter will appear to show how much time is left with the restoration process.
When it has finished, you will see a message stating “Your backup has been restored successfully.”

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