Overview: How to Encrypt Database Password in Plesk Backup
This guide explains How to Encrypt Database Password in Plesk Backup step‑by‑step and why it matters for security, uptime, and performance. It’s written for small and medium businesses that rely on Blackhawk MSP for proactive, managed IT support in the Bay Area and beyond.
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In this tutorial, you will learn how to encrypt the database password in a Plesk backup.
1. Log in to your Plesk account.
2. Go to Websites & Domains > Click on the Pull icon > Choose Backup & Restore.
3. Click on Remote Storage Settings.
4. On the right side of Password Protection, if it displays Disabled, click on change.
5. Checkmark Use password protection and enter a password. Then confirm with Apply.
Ensure that you store your password in a safe place. You will need it when restoring a backup. If you have forgotten your password or do not enter one, Plesk will restore your backup with a random database password.
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