How to Backup MSSQL Database by using "Export Dump"?

In this article, we will demonstrate to you the steps to export your database to your local PC by using the "Export Dump" menu on our Plesk Panel.

1. Please login to our PLESK Panel
2. Please navigate to the section "Files and Database" and please click on the "Database" menu




3. From your existing database, please select the database you want to export and please click on "Export Dump".





4. You will then see the following screenshot. Please select one of the folders, in this case, we choose cgi-bin folder. You can also tick the option "Automatically download dump after creation" if in case you want to download the database to your local PC



5. That is all. The database backup is ready and it is in .ZIP (compressed format). If there is any issue, please kindly raise a ticket via our Help Desk System





Article ID: 321
Created On: Sun, Mar 9, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Last Updated On: Wed, Sep 24, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Authored by: ASPHostServer Administrator [[email protected]]

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