How do I backup my database?

[SallysBoutique]

Seriously, I'm sorry for posting such dumb ###### questions, but I have read so much stuff about ZC, and I still cannot figure it out.
It says Your version of Zen Cart appears to be current (not sure what number this is) but if someone doesn't mind talking me through it, I'd appreciate it.
Again sorry for such stupid questions.

[kobra]

It says Your version of Zen Cart appears to be current (not sure what number this is) but if someone doesn't mind talking me through it, I'd appreciate it.

admin > tools > server/version info >

Now this does not address a database backup???

What type of hosting account manager do you have provided?

If you are provided access to phpmyadmin see

https://www.zen-cart.com/tutorials/i...hp?article=103

[SallysBoutique]

I don't even know what you mean, I am now in admin/tools/serverinformation.

Sorry

[kobra]

It says Your version of Zen Cart appears to be current (not sure what number this is)

I am now in admin/tools/serverinformation.

This is where you can find the version info...

Backing up is not directly a part of Zen Cart BUT is a necessary function to insuring you do not loose a major portion of your data and a neccesity to operating a successful shop.

Check your host and what tools they provide for this

[SallysBoutique]

Thank you. Sorry again for the really lame questions =)

[SallysBoutique]

Is this what I'm looking for

[FONT=Verdana]How to create a full backup of a site?[/FONT]

First you have to know what your site consist of and what should be backed up. These instructions explain how to back up a site composed of files and databases:

1. Files back up
In order to backup your files we recommend that you use FTP and copy the whole public_html directory to your local PC. For detailed instructions check this FTP tutorial:

http://www.siteground.com/tutorials/getting_started/ftp.htm

2. Database back up
For detailed instruction how to backup (export) your MySQL database, please follow this tutorial:

http://www.siteground.com/tutorials/php-mysql/mysql_export.htm

[DrByte]

Yes, those tutorials may help you figure out how to use FTP and phpMyAdmin.

Once you've figured that out, use FTP to do backups of the files and folders used for your Zen Cart site.
And then use phpMyAdmin to do your database backup. The Zen Cart FAQ on doing database backups via phpMyAdmin can be found in the Zen Cart FAQ area by searching for the word "backup": https://www.zen-cart.com/tutorials/i...hp?article=103

[DrByte]

And by the way, you don't need to use REALLY BIG LETTERS in order for us to read your posts. It almost gives the impression that you're shouting.

[SallysBoutique]

Sorry, I'm actually registered legally bllind, so I write in the font size that I can read comfortably.

[DrByte]

Sorry, I'm actually registered legally bllind, so I write in the font size that I can read comfortably.

No problem. No offense intended. Just wanted to point it out gently so you were aware of the impact.