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Jonathan Miller edited this page 2026-06-08 09:01:22 +00:00
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Installation

Download

Download the latest pkg_mokobackup-*.zip from Releases.

Install

  1. Log in to Joomla Administrator
  2. Go to System > Install > Extensions
  3. Upload pkg_mokobackup-*.zip
  4. The package will install all eight sub-extensions automatically

Auto-enabled Plugins

On fresh install, these plugins are enabled automatically:

  • System - MokoSuiteBackup (backup cleanup)
  • Task - MokoSuiteBackup (scheduled tasks)
  • Quick Icon - MokoSuiteBackup (dashboard widget)
  • Web Services - MokoSuiteBackup (REST API)
  • Console - MokoSuiteBackup (CLI commands)
  • Content - MokoSuiteBackup (auto-backup before extension updates)
  • Action Log - MokoSuiteBackup (user action logging)

Post-install

  1. Navigate to Components > MokoSuiteBackup
  2. The dashboard shows backup status, system health, and quick actions
  3. The default backup profile is pre-configured
  4. Review the default profile settings under Backup Profiles
  5. Run your first backup using the Backup Now button on the dashboard

Migrating from Akeeba Backup Pro

If Akeeba Backup Pro is installed, see Akeeba Migration for one-click profile and history import.

Backup Directory

Backups are stored in administrator/components/com_mokobackup/backups/ by default. This directory is:

  • Protected with .htaccess (Deny from all)
  • Contains an index.html to prevent directory listing
  • Configurable per profile

Uninstall

  1. Go to System > Manage > Extensions
  2. Search for "MokoSuiteBackup"
  3. Select the package and click Uninstall
  4. All sub-extensions and database tables will be removed
  5. Backup archives in the backup directory are not automatically deleted
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