Yes, XM-Backup is free to use. It is available as a free plugin on WordPress.org.

How many websites use XM-Backup?

XM-Backup has 50 active installations as tracked by WordPress.org.

What are the best XM-Backup alternatives?

Popular alternatives to XM-Backup include File Manager, Advanced File Manager – Ultimate File…, Media Sync. You can compare them side-by-side on our comparison pages.

Does XM-Backup work with the latest WordPress?

XM-Backup has been tested up to WordPress 3.3.2. It requires WordPress 2.7.0+ and PHP false+.

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XM-Backup

Name: XM-Backup
Author: Xavier Media

Does a backup of your Wordpress database and, or your files in wp-content/uploads and saves it in a safe location.

By Xavier Media·Ftp·Free

·50 active installs·Updated 13 years ago

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As of April 2026, XM-Backup is a WordPress ftp plugin with 50 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 13K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 2.7.0+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2012. Last updated 13 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: File Manager.

0/5Rating

50active installs

13K+total downloads

14 yearssince 2012

Overview

This plugin will do a backup of your WordPress database and, or your files in wp-content/uploads and saves
it somewhere safe. You can have the backup saved in your Dropbox account, a FTP account of your choise, your
account with Online File Folder, or have the backup emailed to you (not recommended for large files). You can
select to have the backups named the same every day or to have a date added to each file name.

This plugin requires PHP, cURL, PHP compiled with ZIP support, and Oauth (for Dropbox).

** NO WARRANTY SUPPLIED! **

** Make sure you test your Backups! **

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