{"id":459,"date":"2026-03-16T15:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citizenguide.in\/2026\/03\/16\/how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically\/"},"modified":"2026-03-16T15:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T10:00:00","slug":"how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citizenguide.in\/en\/2026\/03\/16\/how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Find and Delete Duplicate Images in WordPress Automatically"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Every time you upload a photo, WordPress creates five or ten different hidden size variations to fit your theme. These extra files consume your storage and slow your site backups.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, most of these extra image sizes are never used on your site. They sit on your server like digital clutter and can even increase your monthly hosting costs.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve found that using an automated image deletion tool is the best way to safely reclaim that space. This helps reduce your backup size significantly and keeps you within your hosting plan limits.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, I will show you how to automatically scan for unused image sizes and safely bulk-delete them to keep your website lean and your backups running smoothly.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/how-to-find-and-dele-featured.jpg\" alt=\"How to Find and Delete Duplicate Images in WordPress Automatically\" class=\"wp-image-393707\" \/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wpb-alert style-yellow\">\n<p><strong>Quick Summary:<\/strong> WordPress creates multiple copies of every image you upload, which can quickly fill up your server storage and slow down backups. This guide shows you how to use the <a href=\"https:\/\/duplicator.com\/wp-media-cleanup\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"WP Media Cleanup by Duplicator\">WP Media Cleanup<\/a> plugin to safely scan for and delete these unused image variations without breaking your website.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Here are the topics I\u2019ll cover in this tutorial:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-aioseo-table-of-contents\">\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically\/#aioseo-why-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-9\">Why Delete Unused Image Duplicates in WordPress?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically\/#aioseo-step-1-install-and-scan-for-unused-images-24\">Step 1: Install and Scan for Unused Images<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically\/#aioseo-step-2-review-and-delete-unused-variations-42\">Step 2: Review and Delete Unused Variations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically\/#aioseo-step-3-restoring-deleted-images-if-needed-50\">Step 3: Restoring Deleted Images (If Needed)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically\/#aioseo-advanced-method-automating-media-cleanup-with-wp-cli-63\">Advanced Method: Automating Media Cleanup with WP-CLI<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically\/#aioseo-bonus-optimizing-your-remaining-media-files-72\">Bonus Tip for Optimizing Your Remaining Media Files<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically\/#aioseo-frequently-asked-questions-faqs-77\">Frequently Asked Questions About Image Optimization in WordPress<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/how-to-find-and-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress-automatically\/#aioseo-additional-resources-on-keeping-your-site-optimized-89\">Additional Resources for Keeping Your Site Optimized<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Delete Unused Image Duplicates in WordPress?<\/h4>\n<p>Every time you upload a photo, WordPress creates five or ten different variations to fit your theme. It does this to make sure your images look crisp on mobile phones and fit perfectly into blog post thumbnail grids without slowing down the page.<\/p>\n<p>However, this is also why your media library can quickly become cluttered and take up so much server space. <\/p>\n<p>For example, if you upload a 2 MB original file, WordPress creates 5 variations at 500 KB each. This means a single upload is taking up 4.5 MB of total storage.<\/p>\n<p>While these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/beginners-guide\/wordpress-image-sizes-beginners-guide\/\" title=\"Beginner\u2019s Guide to WordPress Image Sizes (+ Best Practices)\">extra image sizes<\/a> help your site look good on mobile phones, your theme might only use a few of them. The rest just sit on your server and take up valuable space.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"371\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/why-delete-duplicate-images-in-wordpress.jpg\" alt=\"Illustration: Why Delete Duplicate Images in WordPress?\" class=\"wp-image-393716\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Plus, many budget hosting providers have strict limits on how many files you can store. Deleting thousands of unused image variations helps you stay under these limits and avoids extra fees.<\/p>\n<p>Cleaning up these unused variations is a great way to improve your website:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make your website backups much smaller and finish faster.<\/li>\n<li>Reduce your storage use, which can lower your hosting bill.<\/li>\n<li>Make it much faster to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-tutorials\/how-to-move-wordpress-to-a-new-host-or-server-with-no-downtime\/\" title=\"How to Move WordPress to a New Host or Server With No Downtime\">move your website to a new host<\/a> or server.<\/li>\n<li>Keeps your site running smoothly by staying under your host\u2019s file limits.<\/li>\n<li>Removes the confusion caused by multiple versions of the same file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Install and Scan for Unused Images<\/h4>\n<p>To follow this tutorial, you will need the <a href=\"https:\/\/duplicator.com\/wp-media-cleanup\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"WP Media Cleanup by Duplicator\">WP Media Cleanup<\/a> plugin. It is the best tool for safely reclaiming server space. It identifies and allows the removal of unused image variations while fully protecting your original source files.<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve also found that some users worry about accidentally deleting their site logo. The good news is that WP Media Cleanup is smart enough to see if an image is being used in your widgets or theme customizer settings. This prevents it from deleting important images like your site logo.<\/p>\n<p>This means it only targets the hidden thumbnails that nobody is looking at. It protects your important files while clearing out the extra files you don\u2019t need.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wpb-alert style-blue\">\n<p><strong>Before You Begin:<\/strong> I highly recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/beginners-guide\/how-to-backup-your-wordpress-site\/\" title=\"How to Backup Your WordPress Site (Ultimate Guide)\">making a complete backup<\/a> of your site before doing any bulk deletion. While WP Media Cleanup is a highly reliable tool, a full backup is a smart best practice.<\/p>\n<p>As a built-in safety net, the plugin temporarily saves your deleted variations for 30 days (which I will show you how to restore in Step 3). However, a full backup is still essential if you use a customized theme.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>The first thing you need to do is install and activate the <a href=\"https:\/\/duplicator.com\/wp-media-cleanup\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"WP Media Cleanup by Duplicator\">WP Media Cleanup<\/a> plugin. If you need help, you can see our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/beginners-guide\/step-by-step-guide-to-install-a-wordpress-plugin\/\" title=\"How to Install a WordPress Plugin \u2013 Step by Step for Beginners\">how to install a WordPress plugin<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Once the plugin is active, head over to the Media Cleanup page from your WordPress admin sidebar.<\/p>\n<p>Here, you will need to enter your license key and then click the \u2018Activate License\u2019 button. You can find this in your account area on the WP Media Cleanup website.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"209\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wpmediacleanup-license.png\" alt=\"Enter Your WP Media Cleanup License Key\" class=\"wp-image-393721\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Before you run your first scan, it is a good idea to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/beginners-guide\/how-to-clear-your-cache-in-wordpress\/\" title=\"How to Clear Your Cache in WordPress (Step by Step)\">clear your WordPress cache<\/a>. This makes sure the plugin sees the most recent version of your content and doesn\u2019t miss any images that are live on your site.<\/p>\n<p>Then, start by navigating to the <strong>Media Cleanup \u00bb Cleanup<\/strong> page and clicking the \u2018Scan for Unused Variations\u2019 button. The plugin will look through your entire media library to find images that are not being used on your posts or pages.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wpmediacleanup-scan-unused-variations.png\" alt=\"Scanning for Unused Variations Using WP Media Cleanup\" class=\"wp-image-393722\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Wait for the progress bar to finish its work. Depending on how many photos you have uploaded over the years, this might take a few minutes to complete.<\/p>\n<p>Once the scan is complete, the plugin will display a list of all the images that have unused variations. For each item, you will see a small image preview, the file name, and the total number of unused variations. You will also see how much space they take up.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to see exactly which sizes are targeted (like \u2018medium\u2019, \u2018large\u2019, or \u20181536\u00d71536\u2019), you can simply click the \u2018Show Details\u2019 dropdown.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"371\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wpmediacleanup-unused-variations-list.png\" alt=\"WP Media Cleanup Lists Unused Image Variations\" class=\"wp-image-393723\" \/><\/figure>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Review and Delete Unused Variations<\/h4>\n<p>When you are ready to clean up your server, you have a few flexible options:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Delete All:<\/strong> Click this button at the top to remove every unused variation found in the scan and get the biggest boost in server space.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Delete Selected Variations:<\/strong> Use the checkboxes to select specific images, then click this button to only clean up those specific files.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Individual Delete:<\/strong> Click the \u2018Delete\u2019 button next to a single image to remove variations just for that file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"303\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wpmediacleaner-delete-options.png\" alt=\"Options for Deleting Unused Images With WP Media Cleanup\" class=\"wp-image-393725\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Don\u2019t worry about your original photos during this step. WP Media Cleanup only targets the size variations (like \u2018-150\u00d7150.jpg\u2019) and keeps your source files safe and untouched.<\/p>\n<p>Whenever you choose to delete files, a confirmation dialog will appear. You must confirm the action before proceeding, making sure you have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-tutorials\/how-to-organize-wordpress-files-in-media-library-folders\/\" title=\"How to Organize WordPress Files in Media Library Folders\">full control over your media library<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Restoring Deleted Images (If Needed)<\/h4>\n<p>Even though the cleanup process is highly accurate, the plugin includes a built-in safety net.<\/p>\n<p>Whenever you delete variations, the deleted files are automatically backed up by the plugin for 30 days before permanent removal. If you browse your website after a cleanup and notice a broken layout, you don\u2019t need to panic.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wpmediacleaner-30-day-backup.png\" alt=\"WP Media Cleanup Automatically Backs Up the Deleted Files for 30 Days\" class=\"wp-image-393727\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Because the list of deleted files can be very long, finding the exact image you need to restore might seem tricky. Luckily, there is an easy trick to find it.<\/p>\n<p>First, simply right-click on the broken image icon on your live website and select \u2018Copy Image Address\u2019 (or \u2018Copy image link\u2019, depending on your browser).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/broken-image-copy-image-address.png\" alt=\"Copying the Address of a Broken Image\" class=\"wp-image-393740\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Next, paste that link somewhere you can read it, like a blank note or document.<\/p>\n<p>You don\u2019t need the full web address. You just need to copy the very last part of the link, which is the file name (for example, <code>my-header-image-150x150.jpg<\/code>).<\/p>\n<p>Then, head over to the plugin\u2019s<strong> Restore<\/strong> page and paste that file name into the search box. This will instantly filter the long list so you can find the exact variation that went missing.<\/p>\n<p>Once you find the file, simply select it and click the \u2018Restore\u2019 button. This allows you to confidently clean your media library and reduce disk usage without any permanent risk.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"163\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/wpmediacleanup-search-and-restore.png\" alt=\"WP Media Cleanup Search and Restore\" class=\"wp-image-393741\" \/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wpb-alert style-yellow\">\n<p><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> The plugin permanently deletes these backups after 30 days. So, I highly recommend browsing your most important pages and posts soon after your cleanup to double-check that everything looks perfect.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>If you change your WordPress theme later on, your new theme might require different image dimensions. If that happens, simply use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/regenerate-thumbnails-new-image-sizes-wordpress\/\" title=\"How to Regenerate Thumbnails or New Image Sizes in WordPress\">Regenerate Thumbnails plugin<\/a> to automatically create the specific sizes your new theme needs.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advanced Method: Automating Media Cleanup with WP-CLI<\/h4>\n<p>If you are a developer or manage many client sites, you might find it frustrating to click through the dashboard for every site. <\/p>\n<p>WP Media Cleanup includes full <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/glossary\/wp-cli\/\" title=\"What Is WP-CLI in WordPress?\">WP-CLI<\/a> support, which allows you to automate the scanning and deletion process across multiple websites quickly.<\/p>\n<p>If your WordPress hosting provider gives you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/glossary\/ssh\/\" title=\"What Is SSH in WordPress?\">SSH access<\/a>, you can use the command line to scan your library and delete unused variations without opening a browser. You can usually find your SSH details inside your hosting cPanel or account dashboard.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Expert Tip:<\/strong> Most budget shared hosting plans do not include SSH or WP-CLI access. If you can\u2019t find these settings in your hosting dashboard, you will likely need to upgrade to a VPS or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/managed-wordpress-hosting\/\" title=\"When Do You Really Need Managed WordPress Hosting? Best Managed WordPress Hosting Compared\">managed WordPress host<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>First, you should run a scan to see which files are safe to remove:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-syntaxhighlighter-code \">\n<pre class=\"brush: bash; title: ; notranslate\">\n# Find and review unused variations\nwp media-cleanup find_unused --format=table\n<\/pre>\n<div class=\"wpcode-syntax-footer\">\n<div class=\"wpcode-syntax-code-footer-left\">Hosted with \u2764\ufe0f by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcode.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">WPCode<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcode-syntax-code-footer-right\">\n<p>\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/library.wpcode.com\/use-snippet\/\" target=\"_blank\">1-click Use in WordPress<\/a>\n\t\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>In my experience, using the <code>--format=table<\/code> flag is the best way to see a clear list of filenames and sizes. <\/p>\n<p>Once you have reviewed the list, you can delete the variations with a single command.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-syntaxhighlighter-code \">\n<pre class=\"brush: bash; title: ; notranslate\">\n# Delete them with confirmation\nwp media-cleanup delete_unused --yes\n<\/pre>\n<div class=\"wpcode-syntax-footer\">\n<div class=\"wpcode-syntax-code-footer-left\">Hosted with \u2764\ufe0f by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcode.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">WPCode<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcode-syntax-code-footer-right\">\n<p>\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/library.wpcode.com\/use-snippet\/\" target=\"_blank\">1-click Use in WordPress<\/a>\n\t\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>I recommend running the <code>stats<\/code> command after your cleanup. <\/p>\n<p>This shows you exactly how much disk space you saved across your entire server, which is a great report to show your clients.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-syntaxhighlighter-code \">\n<pre class=\"brush: bash; title: ; notranslate\">\n# Check storage statistics\nwp media-cleanup stats\n<\/pre>\n<div class=\"wpcode-syntax-footer\">\n<div class=\"wpcode-syntax-code-footer-left\">Hosted with \u2764\ufe0f by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wpcode.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">WPCode<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcode-syntax-code-footer-right\">\n<p>\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/library.wpcode.com\/use-snippet\/\" target=\"_blank\">1-click Use in WordPress<\/a>\n\t\t<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Using the command line is the fastest way to keep a large network of sites lean and fast. It takes the guesswork out of maintenance. This makes sure your server stays clutter-free with just a few keystrokes.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bonus Tip for Optimizing Your Remaining Media Files<\/h4>\n<p>Once you have deleted the extra image sizes, you should optimize the original photos that are still on your site. Many high-quality images are much larger than they need to be for a fast site.<\/p>\n<p>By doing the cleanup step first, you are saving server resources and plugin credits, because you are only compressing the files you plan to keep.<\/p>\n<p>I recommend using an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/best-wordpress-image-compression-plugins-compared\/\" title=\"I Tested the Best WordPress Image Compression Plugins\">image compression plugin<\/a> to shrink your file sizes without losing quality. This makes sure your pages load quickly for your visitors. It also keeps your server storage low.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions About Image Optimization in WordPress<\/h4>\n<p>I get many questions from our readers about how to keep their WordPress media libraries clean. Here are the answers to the most common questions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it safe to delete unused media files in WordPress?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, it is highly safe when using a dedicated tool. The <a href=\"https:\/\/duplicator.com\/wp-media-cleanup\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"WP Media Cleanup by Duplicator\">WP Media Cleanup<\/a> plugin is designed to protect your original photos. It only targets the hidden, auto-generated size variations. Just keep in mind that it will not delete photos you uploaded twice by mistake.<\/p>\n<p>As a built-in safety net, the plugin temporarily saves your deleted variations for 30 days, so you can easily restore them if a layout looks broken.<\/p>\n<p>However, I always recommend making a complete backup of your site before you start. This makes sure you can quickly restore your site. This is important if your theme uses custom-coded images that the scanner couldn\u2019t read.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does WordPress create so many extra image files?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you upload an image, WordPress automatically creates several variations in different sizes, like thumbnail, medium, and large. Your WordPress theme and certain plugins can also create their own specific image sizes.<\/p>\n<p>This adds to the total number of files stored on your server for every single upload. Over time, these extra sizes can take up more space than the original photos themselves.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How often should I clean my WordPress media library?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The frequency depends on how often you add new posts and images to your site. For a busy blog or online store, I recommend performing a cleanup every 3 to 6 months.<\/p>\n<p>For smaller websites, an annual cleanup is usually enough to keep things organized. Regular maintenance makes sure your backups stay small and your hosting costs stay low.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Resources for Keeping Your Site Optimized<\/h4>\n<p>I hope this article helped you learn how to find and delete unused image variations in WordPress automatically. <\/p>\n<p>Now that you have cleaned up your media library, you might want to learn more about managing your images:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/beginners-guide\/speed-wordpress-save-images-optimized-web\/\" title=\"How to Optimize Images for Web Performance Without Losing Quality\">How to Optimize Images for Web Performance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/best-wordpress-image-compression-plugins-compared\/\" title=\"I Tested the Best WordPress Image Compression Plugins\">Best WordPress Image Compression Plugins Compared<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/wordpress-performance-speed\/\" title=\"The Ultimate Guide to Boost WordPress Speed &amp; Performance\">The Ultimate Guide to Boost WordPress Speed<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wpbeginner.com\/plugins\/7-best-wordpress-backup-plugins-compared-pros-and-cons\/\" title=\"Best WordPress Backup Plugins Compared (Pros and Cons)\">Best WordPress Backup Plugins Compared<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you liked this article, then please subscribe to our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/wpbeginner?sub_confirmation=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" title=\"Subscribe to WPBeginner YouTube Channel\">YouTube Channel<\/a>\u00a0for WordPress video tutorials. 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