How to Restore Backup on Virtualizor?

Virtualizor allows you to restore VPS backups directly from the panel without manual file handling. The restore process is straightforward, but choosing the correct backup and restore mode matters to avoid data loss.

Step 1: Log in to the Virtualizor Panel

First, log in to the Virtualizor control panel using your administrator or end-user account to access VPS management options.

https://YOUR-SERVER-IP:4086

Step 2: Navigate to the Backup Section

After logging in, locate your VPS and open the backup management section where all available backups are listed.

Virtual Servers → List Virtual Servers → Manage → Backups

Web Panel Path (End-User):

My Servers → Backups

Step 3: Select the Backup to Restore

Choose the backup file you want to restore, making sure it matches the correct VPS and restore point.

Virtual Servers → List Virtual Servers → Manage → Backups → Select Backup → Restore

End-User Panel (Web Interface):

My Servers → Backups → Choose Backup → Restore

Step 4: Start the Restore Process

Initiate the restore process, which will overwrite the current VPS data with the selected backup.

Virtual Servers → List Virtual Servers → Manage → Backups → Select Backup → Click "Restore"

End-User Panel (Web Interface):

My Servers → Backups → Choose Backup → Click "Restore"

Step 5: Monitor the Restore Progress

The restore process runs in the background and may take several minutes depending on backup size and disk speed.

Tasks → Background Tasks

Step 6: Start the VPS After Restore

Once the restore process finishes successfully, start the VPS to verify that it boots correctly.

Virtual Servers → Start

Step 7: Verify the Restored VPS

Check that files, applications, and services are restored correctly:

ssh root@YOUR-VPS-IP
ls -la /home

Verify via Virtualizor Panel:

Virtual Servers → List Virtual Servers → Manage → Console