Title: Luzid Backup to Nextcloud Author: luzidmedia Published: March 13, 2026 Last modified: April 10, 2026 --- Search plugins ![](https://ps.w.org/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/assets/banner-772x250.jpg?rev=3481804) ![](https://ps.w.org/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/assets/icon.svg?rev=3481804) # Luzid Backup to Nextcloud By [luzidmedia](https://profiles.wordpress.org/luzidmedia/) [Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud.1.3.2.zip) * [Details](https://vec.wordpress.org/plugins/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/#description) * [Reviews](https://vec.wordpress.org/plugins/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/#reviews) * [Installation](https://vec.wordpress.org/plugins/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/#installation) * [Development](https://vec.wordpress.org/plugins/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/#developers) [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/) ## Description **Luzid Backup to Nextcloud** uploads your existing WordPress backup files to a Nextcloud folder via WebDAV. It is designed for two main workflows: 1. **Automate offsite copies**: upload backup archives on a schedule (WordPress Cron). 2. **Manual runs + monitoring**: start uploads manually and follow progress + logs. Typical use cases: * Keep an offsite copy of backup archives generated by popular backup plugins. * Upload backups to a structured Nextcloud folder (per source, per domain). * Reduce storage usage with optional rotation (keep only the last N backup sets per source). Core concepts: * **Sources** – each source represents a folder where backup files are created ( UpdraftPlus, BackWPup, WPvivid, All-in-One WP Migration, Duplicator, or custom). * **Upload** – the plugin scans sources for backup files and uploads them to Nextcloud via WebDAV PUT. * **Streaming** – files larger than 2 MB are uploaded via cURL streaming (reads from disk, never loads the entire file into RAM). This prevents memory and timeout issues on shared hosting. * **Schedule** – optional daily/weekly/monthly runs at a fixed time (WordPress Cron; traffic-dependent). * **Rotation** – keep the newest N backup sets and remove older ones on Nextcloud. * **Email Reporting** – get notified on successful or failed transfers. ### Features * Nextcloud WebDAV connection with one-click Save & Test * Password field with visibility toggle and browser autofill protection * Multiple backup sources (known plugins + custom folders) * File filters by extension * Streaming uploads for large files (low RAM usage) * Manual upload with progress modal * Scheduled runs: Daily, Weekly, or Monthly (WordPress Cron) * Email notifications for successful/failed transfers * Log viewer with clear function * Rotation / retention (keep last N backup sets) * Context-aware action buttons per tab * German and English admin UI with integrated How-To guide ### Usage #### 1. Setup (connection) 1. Fill in WebDAV URL, username, app password, and remote folder. 2. Click **Save & Test** – this saves settings and tests the connection in one step. #### 2. Backup Sources 1. Switch to the **Backup Sources** tab. 2. Enable one or more sources (paths and extensions are pre-filled). 3. Click **Save Settings**. #### 3. Manual Upload 1. Click **Start Manual Upload** (available once a source is enabled). 2. A progress modal shows the upload status. #### 4. Schedule + Rotation * Enable the schedule, choose frequency and time, then save. * Enable rotation and choose how many backup sets to keep. ### License This plugin is licensed under the **GNU General Public License v2.0 or later**. ## Screenshots [[ [[ [[ ## Installation 1. Upload the plugin folder to `/wp-content/plugins/` or install via the WordPress Plugins screen. 2. Activate **Luzid Backup to Nextcloud**. 3. Go to **WP Admin Luzid WP Tools Backup to Nextcloud**. ## FAQ ### Does this plugin create backups? No. It uploads backup archives created by other tools. Configure your backup plugin first. ### Why does the schedule not run exactly on time? WordPress Cron is traffic-based. If the site has no visits around the scheduled time, the run may be delayed. ### Should I use a normal password or an app password? Always use a Nextcloud **App Password** (Settings Security Devices & Sessions). ### My upload gets stuck on large files The plugin streams files larger than 2 MB via cURL to avoid PHP memory limits. If uploads still time out, check your hosting provider’s PHP `max_execution_time` setting. ### Is my Nextcloud password stored securely? Yes. Since version 1.3.2, the app password is encrypted at rest using AES-256-CBC with your site’s unique `AUTH_KEY` from `wp-config.php`. The password is only decrypted in memory when performing WebDAV requests. Existing plaintext passwords are automatically encrypted on the next page load or upload run. ### The password field is filled with the wrong password Click the eye icon next to the password field to reveal and verify the content. The field uses `autocomplete="new-password"` to prevent browser autofill, but some browsers may still fill it. Clear the field and enter your Nextcloud app password manually. ## Reviews ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/edc69b27ce4a10a56bf1a7c18c31597e2e05a567ef69763fcc042e794cfec4ef? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Simple to use off-site backups to Nextcloud](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/simple-to-use-off-site-backups-to-nextcloud/)󠁿 [SolentCIS](https://profiles.wordpress.org/solentcis/) June 24, 2026 This was exactly the plugin I needed to upload my WordPress backups to Nextcloud. It was easy to setup and it is not overloaded with unnecessary functions, it does one thing and does it very well. It has reliably and consistently uploaded my backups to Nextcloud for months. Sign-up with some Nextcloud hosting with a different hosting company to the one which hosts your website, and you have easy, off-site backups of your website; backups which you control and can also be downloaded to your own computer. Thank you for this plug-in. [ Read all 1 review ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/reviews/) ## Contributors & Developers “Luzid Backup to Nextcloud” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin. Contributors * [ luzidmedia ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/luzidmedia/) “Luzid Backup to Nextcloud” has been translated into 1 locale. Thank you to [the translators](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/contributors) for their contributions. [Translate “Luzid Backup to Nextcloud” into your language.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud) ### Interested in development? [Browse the code](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/), check out the [SVN repository](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/), or subscribe to the [development log](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/) by [RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss). ## Changelog #### 1.3.2 * **Security: Password encryption at rest** – The Nextcloud app password is now encrypted in the database using AES-256-CBC with the site’s `AUTH_KEY`. Existing plaintext passwords are automatically migrated on first use. Graceful fallback if OpenSSL is not available on the server. #### 1.3.1 * **Fixed: Upload timeout with many files** – `set_time_limit()` is now called before each individual file upload, preventing PHP from killing the process after 20-30 files. Progress bar now updates per file (e.g. “Uploading file 47/187”) instead of per source. * **Fixed: Language preference not saved** – Switching to English/German is now persisted in the database. The chosen language stays active across page reloads and redirects. #### 1.3.0 * **Streaming uploads**: Files > 2 MB are now uploaded via cURL streaming (reads from disk, never loads entire file into RAM). Solves timeout and memory issues on shared hosting with large backup files. * **Context-aware buttons**: Each tab shows only the relevant action buttons. Setup shows only “Save & Test”; Backup Sources and Schedule show “Save Settings”; How- To hides all buttons. * **Upload button gating**: “Start Manual Upload” is disabled (greyed out) until at least one backup source is enabled. * **Password field improvements**: Visibility toggle (eye icon), `autocomplete=" new-password"` to prevent browser autofill, renamed form field name to avoid browser recognition. * **Removed “Remove password” checkbox**: Passwords are now simply replaced by entering a new one. * **Default source paths**: Backup source paths and file extensions always fall back to sensible defaults (even after reset). Empty fields are never saved – defaults are restored automatically. * **“Delete All Settings” preserves defaults**: Resetting the plugin now keeps default source paths and extensions intact, only clears user configuration, logs, and schedule. * **Guided setup flow**: New hint text on Setup tab guides users through the configuration process. * **Updated How-To guides**: German and English documentation rewritten to match current UI and features. * **Fixed**: `$log` / `$source` / `$s` variable reference bugs from prefix renaming. * **Fixed**: Sources tab fields (path, extensions) now save correctly. #### 1.2.9 * **WordPress.org Review Compliance** – all review team requirements addressed * Fixed: Removed invalid Author URI (luzid.app) * Fixed: Contributors changed from “luzid” to “luzidmedia” * Fixed: Replaced `WP_CONTENT_DIR` constant with `wp_normalize_path( dirname() )` * Fixed: Explicit field extraction from `$_POST` instead of processing the whole stack * Fixed: JS object name `luzidBackup` renamed to `luzid_backup_data` (prefixed) * Fixed: All global variables in admin-page.php prefixed with `luzid_btn_` #### 1.2.4 * Settings now save correctly on first install * WebDAV credentials persist after “Save & Test” * Better fallback handling for tab detection #### 1.2.3 * Replaced cURL with wp_remote_request() for WordPress compliance * All PHPCS warnings resolved #### 1.2.2 * All date() replaced with gmdate() * All wp_redirect() replaced with wp_safe_redirect() * Proper wp_unslash() + sanitize everywhere #### 1.2.1 * Initial public release with full feature set #### 1.2.0 * Beta release ## Meta * Version **1.3.2** * Last updated **3 months ago** * Active installations **60+** * WordPress version ** 5.8 or higher ** * Tested up to **6.9.4** * PHP version ** 7.4 or higher ** * Languages * [Dutch](https://nl.wordpress.org/plugins/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/) and [English (US)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/). * [Translate into your language](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud) * Tags * [backup](https://vec.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/backup/)[cron](https://vec.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/cron/) [Nextcloud](https://vec.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/nextcloud/)[rotation](https://vec.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/rotation/) [webdav](https://vec.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/webdav/) * [Advanced View](https://vec.wordpress.org/plugins/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/advanced/) ## Ratings 5 out of 5 stars. * [ 1 5-star review ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/reviews/?filter=5) * [ 0 4-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/reviews/?filter=4) * [ 0 3-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/reviews/?filter=3) * [ 0 2-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/reviews/?filter=2) * [ 0 1-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/reviews/?filter=1) [Your review](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/reviews/#new-post) [See all reviews](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/luzid-backup-to-nextcloud/reviews/) ## Contributors * [ luzidmedia ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/luzidmedia/) ## Support Got something to say? 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