Scheduling backups for multiple sites with Kinsta API

For WordPress agencies managing multiple client websites, having a robust backup strategy is essential. In the event of an unexpected outage, plugin failure, or human error, backups ensure data can be quickly restored — minimizing downtime and reducing client risk.

At Kinsta, we understand the critical role backups play, which is why we offer six backup options: automatic daily, optional hourly (and every six hours), manual, system-generated, downloadable, and external backups sent directly to Amazon S3 or Google Cloud Storage.

While managing these backups is straightforward via the MyKinsta dashboard, Kinsta’s API opens up great possibilities for automating repetitive processes.

Imagine simply typing a command