Free multisite wedge
Multisite Networks
Back up entire WordPress multisite networks from Network Admin — or let subsite admins protect their own site. Core network backup stays free, so you are not forced into a paid plan just to keep a network safe.
Free
Why teams choose this
Network-wide backups included
Run full network archives from Network Admin without upgrading — a differentiator versus tools that gate multisite behind Pro.
Subsite admins on their own site
Site administrators with manage_options can back up and restore their subsite from the site dashboard — free in the plugin.
Scope control for large networks
Include or exclude subsites per job so agency and enterprise networks stay manageable.
One admin language for the whole fleet
Operators stay inside WordPress Admin — no separate desktop app or unfamiliar portal for day-to-day backups.
See it in Multisite Migrate
See how network backup looks in Multisite Migrate — progress, scope, and restore without leaving WordPress.
Network dashboard at a glance
Watch backup progress, last success, and network scope from one Network Admin screen. Know which sites are covered before you start a long job — and spot stalled work early.
Every archive ready to download or restore
Browse completed backups, download archives, or start a restore when you need a rollback. Keep a clear history of network and subsite packages in one list.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about this capability. Still stuck? Open the docs or contact support.
Is multisite network backup really free?
Yes. Core network and subsite backup and restore are available in the free plugin. Plus and Pro add cloud schedules, imports, and installer workflows — not the ability to back up a network.
Can a subsite admin back up only their site?
Yes. Users with manage_options on a subsite can run backups and restores for that site from the site dashboard, without Network Admin access.
How do I limit which sites go into an archive?
Use backup scope options to include or exclude subsites per job. That keeps large agency networks from packing every site into every archive.
Does network backup work on shared hosting?
Yes. Jobs are chunked and resumable so tight PHP time limits on shared hosts do not force a full restart of a large network archive.