SiteSkite

Description

SiteSkite is a next-generation WordPress management platform built for agencies, developers, and site owners who manage multiple websites.

Unlike traditional management plugins, SiteSkite goes beyond updates and backups. It allows you to create new websites from backups, use prebuilt blueprints, manage updates in bulk, monitor uptime, and control everything from one centralized dashboard.

Whether you manage 1 site or 100+, SiteSkite simplifies WordPress maintenance and scales with your workflow.

Important: SiteSkite only manages your website after you connect it using a secure API key.
All plugin installation, activation, and maintenance actions must be initiated from your SiteSkite account โ€” ensuring full control and secure access.

๐Ÿ’ก What SiteSkite Helps You Do

โœ”๏ธ Manage multiple WordPress sites from one dashboard
โœ”๏ธ Automate backups & restore anytime
โœ”๏ธ Snapshot backup & incremental backup support
โœ”๏ธ Create blueprints for rapid deployment
โœ”๏ธ Launch sandbox site
โœ”๏ธ Spin new sites from existing backups (On SiteSkite servers)
โœ”๏ธ Store backups in your own cloud (BYO cloud)
โœ”๏ธ Vulerabilities detection guard
โœ”๏ธ Monitor uptime & site health across all sites
โœ”๏ธ Bulk update, activate, deactivate, and delete plugins/themes
โœ”๏ธ Roll back plugin/theme versions safely
โœ”๏ธ Add team members & organize sites into workspaces
โœ”๏ธ WP Canvas (Maintenance mode, Debug, Search & Replace, Indexing control, WP Reset & more)
โœ”๏ธ Manage WP Admin Users & Roles
โœ”๏ธ Track Core Web Vitals performance
โœ”๏ธ Install curated plugin presets with WP Essentials
โœ”๏ธ White-label the plugin for agency clients
โœ”๏ธ Automated Reports for your customers
โœ”๏ธ Preety logs view for Error, Debug and Custom logs
โœ”๏ธ White Lable plugin for your agency & customers
โœ”๏ธ and much more…

Built to simplify workflows and scale your WordPress operations without stress.

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๐Ÿš€ Key Features

๐Ÿ”„ Backups & Restore

  • On-demand, daily, or weekly backups
  • Full, database-only, or file-only backups
  • Incremental backups (resource-efficient)
  • Classic snapshot backups (full archive)
  • Restore with a click

โ˜ BYO Cloud Storage

Use your own cloud storage, including:
– Google Drive
– Dropbox
– AWS S3
– BackBlaze B2
– pCloud

โš™๏ธ Bulk WordPress Actions

  • Update plugins, themes, and core
  • Activate/Deactivate/Delete plugins & themes
  • Rollback plugin & theme versions
  • Install bulk plugins from presets

๐Ÿงฐ WP Canvas Tools

  • Maintenance Mode
  • WP Debug
  • Search & Replace
  • Permalink settings
  • WP Reset
  • Site Indexing toggle

๐Ÿ“Š Performance & Monitoring

  • Uptime monitoring
  • BirdEye status overview
  • Core Web Vitals metrics

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Collaboration & Scaling

  • Workspaces to group sites & clients
  • Add users, team members, and clients
  • White-label plugin branding

๐Ÿ› Marketplace Access

  • Browse tools, presets, and digital assets
  • Wishlist & follow sellers

๐Ÿ”— Learn More

๐ŸŒ Website: https://www.siteskite.com
๐Ÿ“˜ Documentation: https://knowledgebase.siteskite.com

๐Ÿงญ Who is SiteSkite for?

  • WordPress website owners
  • Agencies managing client sites
  • Freelancers & developers
  • Hosting providers offering WP upkeep
  • Anyone who wants peace of mind & automation

External services

This plugin connects to external services to perform backups, restores, and operational callbacks. Below is a list of services, what they are used for, what data is sent, and relevant policies.

  • Dropbox

    • What itโ€™s used for: Uploading and downloading backup archives to the site ownerโ€™s Dropbox.
    • What data is sent and when: Backup file contents and related metadata (e.g., file name and size) during backup and restore operations initiated by the administrator.
    • Endpoints: https://content.dropboxapi.com, https://api.dropboxapi.com
    • Policies: Terms https://www.dropbox.com/terms ยท Privacy https://www.dropbox.com/privacy
  • Google Drive

    • What itโ€™s used for: Uploading and downloading backup archives to the site ownerโ€™s Google Drive.
    • What data is sent and when: Backup file contents and related metadata during backup and restore operations initiated by the administrator.
    • Endpoints: https://www.googleapis.com/drive/v3/files and related upload endpoints such as https://www.googleapis.com/upload/drive/v3/files (resumable/multipart uploads).
    • Policies: Terms https://policies.google.com/terms ยท Privacy https://policies.google.com/privacy
  • Amazon S3

    • What itโ€™s used for: Uploading and downloading backup archives to the site ownerโ€™s Amazon S3 bucket.
    • What data is sent and when: Backup file contents and related metadata during backup and restore operations initiated by the administrator.
    • Endpoints: Region-specific S3 REST API (e.g., https://s3.<region>.amazonaws.com).
    • Policies: Service Terms https://aws.amazon.com/service-terms/ ยท Privacy https://aws.amazon.com/privacy/
  • Backblaze B2

    • What itโ€™s used for: Uploading and downloading backup archives to the site ownerโ€™s Backblaze B2 bucket.
    • What data is sent and when: Backup file contents and related metadata during backup and restore operations initiated by the administrator.
    • Endpoints: Backblaze B2 API (e.g., https://api.backblazeb2.com).
    • Policies: Terms https://www.backblaze.com/company/legal/terms.html ยท Privacy https://www.backblaze.com/company/privacy.html
  • pCloud

    • What itโ€™s used for: Uploading and downloading backup archives to the site ownerโ€™s pCloud storage.
    • What data is sent and when: Backup file contents and related metadata during backup and restore operations initiated by the administrator.
    • Endpoints: pCloud API (e.g., https://api.pcloud.com) and regional variants such as https://eapi.pcloud.com (EU) and https://asiaapi.pcloud.com (Asia). OAuth token exchange: https://my.pcloud.com/oauth2_token.
    • Policies: Terms https://www.pcloud.com/terms.html ยท Privacy https://www.pcloud.com/privacy-policy.html
  • SiteSkite endpoints (operational callbacks and validation)

    • What itโ€™s used for: Validating the plugin API key, linking a site, downloading managed assets, and sending operational status callbacks to SiteSkite services. Some staging endpoints may be used for validation or asset download during testing.
    • What data is sent and when: Site identifier and operation status metadata (e.g., backup/restore status) during validation and callbacks. For asset downloads, only the requested asset path is transmitted. Backup contents are never sent to SiteSkite; only selected metadata required to coordinate operations.
    • Policies: Terms https://www.siteskite.com/terms-of-service ยท Privacy https://www.siteskite.com/privacy-policy
  • WordPress.org (downloads)

    • What it’s used for: Downloading official WordPress core translation files when requested by an administrator.
    • What data is sent and when: The request URL includes the WordPress core version and language code to retrieve the matching translation archive; no personal data is sent.
    • Endpoints: https://downloads.wordpress.org/translation/core/<version>/<locale>.zip
    • Policies: Terms https://wordpress.org/about/privacy/ ยท Privacy https://wordpress.org/about/privacy/

Notes:
– Data is transmitted only when you initiate an action that requires it (e.g., starting a backup/restore, validating your API key, or downloading translations).
– You choose and configure the cloud storage provider(s) to be used.

Screenshots

  • All Linked Sites
  • Site Overview
  • SmartEngine
  • Plugins Install
  • Backup & Restore
  • Monitor
  • Core Web Vitals performance
  • Themes Management
  • Plugins Management
  • Rollback

Installation

  1. Upload the plugin folder to /wp-content/plugins/siteskite-link or install via Plugins Add New
  2. Activate the plugin
  3. Go to Settings SiteSkite and enter your API key
  4. Configure backup & cloud storage options

FAQ

Where are backups stored?

In your connected cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox, S3, BackBlaze B2, pCloud).
You remain in full control of your data.

Do I need a specific host?

No โ€” SiteSkite works on any WordPress hosting provider.

Is SiteSkite secure?

Yes. Your credentials are never shared, and all actions require authenticated API connection and admin permission.

What makes SiteSkite different?

SiteSkite combines smart backups, sandbox launch, spin site from backup, multi-site management, rollback tools, uptime monitoring, WP developer utilities, cloud storage freedom, team access, and many other features in one platform built for growth.

Does SiteSkite work without an account?

No. A SiteSkite account is required to securely manage and control your websites.

Can I create a new site from a backup?

Yes. SiteSkite allows you to create new websites using backup-based sandbox environments.

Is this plugin suitable for agencies?

Absolutely. SiteSkite is built specifically for agencies and professionals managing multiple sites.

Does SiteSkite replace hosting?

No. SiteSkite manages your WordPress sites but does not replace your hosting provider.

Reviews

๐Ÿƒ3๏ธโƒฃ 4, 2026
Awesome WP Backup and Management Tool for Solo Users and Agencies.You can see the quality of a product when you need support.And the support was extremely responsive and fast, after I had some problems creating backups. I like the possibility to use my own backup targets/clouds.Also the Vulnerability scanner and site performance test are very helpful features. Backups are necessary and you will sleep better with a plugin like SiteSkite ๐Ÿ™‚
โ„๏ธ2๏ธโƒฃ 21, 2026
As someone managing multiple client websites, SiteSkite is a breath of fresh air. The bulk update feature works flawlessly, and the โ€˜BYO Cloudโ€™ backup option gives me total peace of mind knowing I own my data on Google Drive or S3. The interface is modern, fast, and doesnโ€™t feel bloated at all. One of my favorite features is the automated reporting. It generates detailed logs of exactly how much work Iโ€™ve done on the website, which makes billing and showing value to my clients so much easier. Most importantly, the support is top-tier. Even the CEO jumps in to help if you run into a problem! They truly listen to their users Iโ€™ve asked for custom options several times, and most of them were actually available in the very next update. If you want a professional, scalable way to manage your sites with a team that actually cares, this is it.
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Contributors & Developers

“SiteSkite” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

Contributors

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Changelog

1.2.11 (06 March 2026)

  • Fix: Incremental Backup Continue fix for low resource hosting

1.2.10 (04 March 2026)

  • Fix: Schedule type: Automatic/Ondemand Detection

1.2.9 (04 March 2026)

  • New: Incremental Backup is Deletable Now
  • Added: Monitor Email Notification Control
  • Improved: Improved Backup performance on less resource hosting
  • Improved: Improved Incremental Backup Schedule Continuity
  • Improved: Workspace Experience For All Roles
  • Improved: Backup Progress Fetching on Cross Server

1.2.8 (23 February 2026)

  • Improved: Improved Backup Deletion and Cleanups

1.2.7 (22 February 2026)

  • Added: 1 Click Dropbox & Google Drive Storage Authentication

1.2.6 (09 February 2026)

  • Improved: 1 Click WP Admin Login

1.2.5 (03 February 2026)

  • New: Recovery Mode: Regain WordPress admin access after fatal errors or failed updates.โ€
  • Improved: 1 Click WP Admin Login
  • Improved: Site Connection Experience (RestAPI Fallback)
  • Improved: Smart Cron Jobs
  • Improved: Classic Backup & Restore
  • Improved: Cache Busting
  • Improved: Site Data Syncing
  • Improved: Add new site connection experience
  • Improved: Incremental Backup & Restore
  • Fixed: Trigger new database when restore job done
  • Fixed: Trigger new database when making files only backup

1.2.3 (25 January 2026)

Improved: Backup performance

1.2.2 (23 January 2026)

  • Improved: Backup PCLZIP Support
  • Improved: Backup performance on caching servers
  • Improved: Site Connection Experience

1.2.1 (22 January 2026)

  • Improved: Backup stability

1.2.0 (20 January 2026)

  • New: Create Sandbox site from existing backup
  • New: Create Blueprints via Sandbox site
  • Improved: Backup performance
  • Improved: Site data sync
  • Improved: UI/UX – Site thumbnail and logo

1.1.0 (1 January 2026)

  • Improvied: Classic & Incremental Backup performance
  • New: Blueprints, Create reusable sandbox sites from blueprints. ยท https://knowledgebase.siteskite.com/articles/siteskite-blueprints
  • New: Preety Error logs: Error log, Debug log, or Custom error log paths.
  • Improvements: Overall SiteSkite platform performance.

1.0.9 (25 December 2025)

  • Fixed: Subdirectory site paths now preserved when adding domain (e.g., abc.com/newsite instead of abc.com)

1.0.8 (16 December 2025)

  • Improved: Backup performance

1.0.7 (13 December 2025)

  • New: Better Backup management
  • Improved: Backup performance

1.0.6 (10 December 2025)

  • New: pCloud Auth based Authentication
  • Improved: Backup performance

1.0.5 (22 November 2025)

  • Improved: WPCanvas and API improvements

1.0.4 (18 November 2025)

  • Improved: Notifications

1.0.3 (18 November 2025)

  • Improved: WPCanvas Improvements

1.0.2 (15 November 2025)

  • Improved: Backup & Restore Service for CDN enabled sites

1.0.1 (08 November 2025)

  • Admin view update

1.0.0

  • Initial release