Plugin Contributor
bcrodua
(@bcrodua)
Hi @melissaod
The updraft_lock_xxxxxxxx entries are temporary database locks created by UpdraftPlus to prevent multiple backup processes from running at the same time. They are usually very small (like the 10 B entries you’re seeing) and are automatically removed after the backup or restore process completes.
If no backups or restores are currently running, it’s generally safe to delete these entries. However, they will be recreated the next time a backup is triggered.
Best Wishes,
Bryle
Thread Starter
Melly
(@melissaod)
Thank you. What about the updraft_jobdata_xxxxxxxxx ?
Plugin Contributor
bcrodua
(@bcrodua)
Hi @melissaod
Thanks for following up!
The updraft_jobdata_xxxxxxxxx entries are temporary options created by UpdraftPlus during backup or restore processes. They store job-related data and are usually removed automatically once the process completes.
If they remain in your database, it may mean that a backup or restore job didn’t finish properly. If you’re sure no jobs are currently running, it’s generally safe to delete these entries — but we recommend taking a database backup first, just in case.
Best Wishes,
Bryle
