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My WordPress website was hacked. My hosting provider did not run any malware/antivirus scans and did not keep WordPress core or plugins updated. Rather than cleaning or recovering the site, they took it offline, zipped the files, and sent them to me. The domain is no longer active. I now have a ZIP file (approximately 19GB) containing what I believe are my WordPress site files, but I have no way to unzip, inspect, or recover the content on my own. File access: Given the size, I cannot attach this file directly on Guru. I will share a private cloud storage download link (Google Drive or Dropbox) with the freelancer I hire — please do not ask for the file to be attached publicly, since it may still contain compromised/malicious code from the original hack. Please confirm you have adequate local storage and a stable connection before applying, as downloading and working with a file this size will take real time on its own. What I need help with: Download, safely unzip, and inspect the contents of the backup — ideally in an isolated/local environment, not uploaded directly to a live server, since the original site was compromised Determine what's actually in the archive — specifically whether it includes only site files (theme, plugins, wp-content/uploads) or also a database export (a .sql file), since my articles/post text live in the database, not in the file structure, unless a database dump was included If a database file is present: extract and recover my articles/blog posts from it If no database file is present: help recover as much article content as possible through alternative means (e.g., reconstructing from cached files, checking for WordPress export files, or cross-referencing with archived versions of my pages via the Wayback Machine) Recover and organize all image files from wp-content/uploads Scan all recovered files for malware/malicious code before any of it is reused, since the original hack was never cleaned up Give me access for 30 days or deliver the recovered content in an organized, usable format — articles as text/HTML/Word files paired with their corresponding images — and, ideally, in a format ready to re-import into a fresh WordPress install if I rebuild the site later.
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Hello, I can help you recover your hacked WordPress site from the 19GB ZIP archive in a safe, structured way. If present, I’ll recover your articles and pair them with images from wp-content/uploads, scanning everything for malware before reuse.
$80 USD in 1 day
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Hello, I'm sorry to hear about the trouble with your WordPress site. I understand how critical it is to recover your site safely. Drawing on my expertise, I will help extract the necessary files, ensure secure handling, and re-establish your site's integrity. Here's my approach: - Begin with a thorough analysis of the provided zipped files to assess the extent of the compromise. - Use advanced tools to extract only the clean, necessary files and database information. - Update WordPress core and plugins to their latest versions to safeguard against future vulnerabilities. - Implement robust security measures on the server and WordPress site to prevent further breaches. Let's work together to restore and secure your website effectively. Best Regards, Khorshed Alam, RS Software
$40 USD in 3 days
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Hi, I can safely recover your WordPress website by working offline in an isolated environment to ensure no compromised files are executed on a live server. ✔ Download and inspect the 19GB backup safely ✔ Check for a database dump (.sql) and recover all posts, pages, and content if available ✔ Recover and organize media from wp-content/uploads ✔ Scan all recovered files for malware before reuse ✔ Reconstruct content from available sources (including archived versions if needed) when a database is missing ✔ Deliver your content in a well-organized format, ready for review or re-import into a clean WordPress installation I have the storage and resources required to work with large archives and can begin as soon as you share the private download link. Best regards, Muhammad Rizwan LA
$20 USD in 1 day
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Hi, I understand you need to recover your WordPress website from a 19GB backup, check if the database is available, recover your articles and images, and make sure everything is clean before it's reused. I can inspect the backup in a safe local environment, recover all available content, scan the files for malware, and deliver everything in an organized format ready for a new WordPress site. I have 5+ years of experience with WordPress recovery and malware cleanup. Thank you. Regards, Sai
$30 USD in 1 day
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Hello, It's great to speak with you about your new project..!! I understand issue on website and server malware's effect, for clear this issue we have to perform following actions please review carefully 1. Changes all password (Website and server) 2. Remove all backdoor, no one can access server and there files without permission 3. Scan entire server/code files and database 4. effect files repair and update with system 5. unused php extn and any other content remove form server 6. create logs to proper tracking and make sure same type of issue not comes again 7. handover project to you back Ping us for more better discussion Best Deva
$30 USD in 1 day
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I'm sorry your hosting provider handled it so poorly. I can absolutely take that 19GB zip, download it into a local offline environment, and carefully unpack and inspect everything. I will set up a sandboxed local WordPress instance to safely open the archive and determine exactly what's there. If a database file is present, I can extract your posts and content directly. If not, I'll work through cached files and the Wayback Machine to recover what I can. I'll also organize all images from uploads and thoroughly scan everything for malicious code before delivering it back to you in a clean, organized format ready for reimport. Just let me know where to download the file, and I'll get started. Looking forward to helping you recover your content.
$50 USD in 1 day
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Hello Having your WordPress site hacked and locked down by your host is stressful, especially when it cuts off your traffic. I can clean it today. I’ve restored dozens of compromised WordPress sites, successfully removing malware and getting hosting suspensions lifted. I’ll clean your files, secure your database, and prevent future attacks. Can you share the warning message from your host so I can start the cleanup immediately? Giáp Văn Hưng
$20 USD in 7 days
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Hello, I reviewed your project requirements for WordPress Site Recovery . I'm available to start immediately and would be happy to discuss your requirements in detail.
$30 USD in 2 days
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Good morning. I'll download your 19GB ZIP via your private cloud link into an isolated local environment, safely extract and inspect the contents, identify whether a database dump is included, and recover your articles and blog posts from it directly. If no SQL file is present, I'll attempt recovery through cached files, WordPress export files, and Wayback Machine archives. I'll also recover and organize all images from wp-content/uploads, scan everything for malware, and deliver your content in clean HTML or Word files ready for re-import into a fresh WordPress install. Looking forward to hearing from you.
$30 USD in 7 days
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With over 8 years in the web development industry, my range of skills includes PHP, HTML, Internet Security and Web Security – all directly relevant to your project's needs. I've encountered numerous instances where websites were compromised due to weak security protocols, and succeeded in restoring them from even the most dire situations. In fact, one of the reasons clients choose me is because I am well-versed in tackling security challenges and salvaging compromised sites. I have a stable, high-speed internet connection and storage capacity to safely store and access your massive 19GB file. I understand the sensitivity around compromised files and will be sure to handle your data with the utmost care. My approach to your project would be to first unzip and run thorough inspections on the files, acknowledging that the original hosted site was hacked—so careful decontamination measures would be a priority. Finally, I believe in empowering my clients: if you choose me for this task, I won't simply recover your articles but present them to you as organized text/HTML/Word files paired with their corresponding images – ready for immediate use or importation on another Wordpress install – should you ever choose to rebuild. Given my 100+ successful projects and long-term support commitment, partnering with me guarantees not only immediate resolution but continued technical assistance even after completing this job. Let's turn your site around!
$150 USD in 7 days
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Hi there, I can help recover your WordPress website safely. I will download the 19GB backup, inspect all files in a secure local environment, check if the database (.sql) is included, recover your articles, organize images, and scan everything for malware before reuse. If the database is missing, I will do my best to recover content from available files, backups, cached pages, or archived versions. You'll receive your recovered content in a clean, organized format that can be used for a new WordPress website. I can complete this project within 4–7 days and will keep you updated throughout the process. I have experience with WordPress recovery, malware removal, PHP, MySQL, and website restoration. I also provide 30 days of post-project support and multilingual communication if needed. I am ready to start as soon as you share the download link. Thank you! Sushma
$30 USD in 4 days
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Hi, I can safely inspect your 19GB WordPress backup in an isolated local environment & determine exactly what can be recovered. I'll check for database dumps, recover articles, images, and media, scan all files for malware, and organize everything into a clean, usable structure ready for a fresh WordPress installation. If no database is available, I'll use alternative recovery methods, including cached files and archived pages, to recover as much content as possible. You'll receive a detailed recovery report, cleaned files, and complete documentation throughout the process. -- Regards, Ravi s.
$199 USD in 2 days
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Hello, I came across your WordPress Site Recovery : Extract Files and I am very interested in working with you. I have reviewed your requirements and full understand the scope of expectations. I specialize in PHP, WordPress, HTML, Web Development, and have successfully delivered similar projects before. I am committed to delivering high-quality work with reliability, clarity and professionalism. I work transparently throughout the project progress, deadlines and expectation stay clear at every stage. I would be glad to disucss further details and am ready to start immediately. Looking forward to hearing from you.
$100 USD in 1 day
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Hi there, That host really let you down — just zipped up 19GB of a hacked site without cleaning it and went offline. I recover hacked WP sites daily and can get your content out safely. What I'll do: ✅ Safely unpack and inspect the 19GB ZIP in an isolated local environment (no malware risk to you), backed up before any step ✅ Recover all articles from any SQL dump, cache files, or Wayback Machine — then scan every file for malware ✅ Deliver articles as text/HTML/DOCX with matching images, ready to import into a fresh WordPress install Skills: ✅ PHP and WordPress recovery (themes, plugins, core repair) ✅ Web Security: deep malware scanning, manual code review, cleanup ✅ Data Extraction: parsing SQL, cached content, and WP export files ✅ Safe analysis on isolated Linux/Windows VMs ✅ Microsoft® Certified: MCSA | MCSE | MCT ✅ 300+ projects delivered, 280+ five-star reviews Why me: I'm available 24/7 and will keep working until every post and image is recovered — no extra fees. Quick question: was there a database backup plugin (e.g., UpdraftPlus, WP-DB-Backup) or a host export included in the zip, or is it strictly the file tree? I can fully recover the content in 2 days for $30 USD. Just share the download link and I'll start right now.
$30 USD in 2 days
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Hello, I can safely recover your WordPress website from the 19GB backup and handle the entire process in an isolated local environment to prevent any compromised files from affecting a live server. With 11+ years of WordPress experience, I have worked on hacked websites, malware cleanup, data recovery, and full site restoration. I will download and inspect the archive, determine whether it contains the database, recover your articles, images, and media, scan every recovered file for malware, and organize everything into a clean, reusable structure. If the database is missing, I'll use alternative recovery methods such as cached files and archived versions to recover as much content as possible. You'll receive your articles, images, and recovered assets in a well-organized format, with content ready for future WordPress import whenever possible. I have sufficient local storage, a stable high-speed connection, and can begin immediately while keeping your data completely confidential. Throughout the project, I'll provide regular updates until the recovery is complete.
$25 USD in 1 day
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ello, I can definitely help with this. My first step would be to download the backup and inspect it locally to see exactly what has been recovered. I'll check whether it contains the database, media files, themes, plugins, or just the website files. If the database is available, recovering your posts and pages becomes much easier. If not, I'll look for other possible ways to recover the content and organize everything that's still usable. Before any files are reused, I'll also scan them to make sure there's no malicious code left from the hack. I have enough storage and a stable internet connection to work with a 19GB backup. Once I review the archive, I'll let you know exactly what can be recovered and the best way to move forward. And accordingly I can quote the exact estimate of time and cost. Regards, Rohit
$30 USD in 3 days
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Hi, I would be happy to help you with your project. I am a Senior Full Stack Web Developer with 18+ years of experience in PHP, Python, Laravel, Django, Flask, Magento 2, REST APIs, AWS, MySQL, and PostgreSQL. I have successfully delivered 100+ web applications and 40+ eCommerce projects for clients across Healthcare, SaaS, Retail, and Enterprise industries. For your project, I can: * Understand your requirements carefully before starting. * Develop clean, scalable, and secure code. * Deliver responsive and high-performance solutions. * Provide regular progress updates. * Ensure timely delivery with post-launch support. Why choose me? * 18+ years of professional experience. * Strong backend and API integration expertise. * Experience with complex business applications and eCommerce platforms. * Clean coding standards and long-term maintainable solutions. * Excellent communication and quick response time. I am available to start immediately and can discuss the project in detail to provide the best solution. Looking forward to working with you. Best regards, Manish Bhuva Senior Full Stack Web Developer PHP | Laravel | Python | Django | Flask | Magento 2 | AWS | REST APIs
$30 USD in 3 days
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Hello there, we are a team of Full Stack Web and Mobile App Developers and we can do this project in no time. Thanks Ashish Kumar.
$20 USD in 7 days
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Hello, I can safely download, inspect, and recover your 19GB WordPress backup in an isolated local environment, determine whether a database export is included, recover your articles and images, scan all recovered files for malware, and organize everything into a clean, reusable format ready for a fresh WordPress installation. With experience in WordPress recovery and malware cleanup, I'll ensure the recovered content is structured, secure, and as complete as possible. Feel free to get in touch with me, Warm regards, khawaja Fariz
$15 USD in 3 days
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