How to Encrypt a Database Password in a Plesk Backup?
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1. Log in to your Plesk account.
2. Go to Websites & Domains > Backup Manager.
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3. Click on Remote Storage Settings.
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4. On the right side of Password Protection, if it displays Disabled, click on change.
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5. Tick Use password protection and enter a password. Then confirm with Apply.
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Ensure that you store your password in a safe place. You will need it when restoring a backup. In case you have forgotten your password or do not enter one, Plesk will restore your backup with a random database password.
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