To export a database from phpMyAdmin in Plesk, log in to Plesk and open Domains > your domain > Databases. Click the database name, then open phpMyAdmin. You can also usually find database tools under Websites & Domains > Databases.
In phpMyAdmin, click Export. For a full database export, select all tables and keep both Structure and Data selected. Then choose to save the export as a file and click Go to download the database dump to your computer.
Exports are useful before major website changes because they give you a copy of the database before edits, updates, migrations, or repairs. This can help if you need to restore the database later.
Good to Know: If you plan to import the export over an existing database later, options such as Add DROP TABLE may affect existing tables, so use them carefully.
