# Upgrade

When upgrading to the latest version, it's crucial to follow the correct procedure. Ensure to adhere to the specified steps for upgrading from your current version:

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{% tab title="Windows" %}

### To upgrade to the latest version

* [Upgrading from any version between 3.0 and 5.7.2 to the latest version](/writebackextreme/getting-started/installation-wizard/writebackextreme-installer/upgrading-from-a-version-before-6.0.md)
* [Upgrading from any version after 6.0 to the latest version](/writebackextreme/getting-started/upgrade/upgrading-from-a-version-after-6.0.md)

### To upgrade to a specific version

* [For upgrades from 2.0](#upgrading-from-2.x-to-3.0)
* [Upgrading from 3.0 to any version up to 5.7.2.](#upgrade-from-3.x-and-higher)
  {% endtab %}

{% tab title="Linux" %}

* [Upgrades from 2.0](/writebackextreme/getting-started/upgrade/upgrade-from-2.x.md#linux)
* [Upgrades from 3.x to the latest version](/writebackextreme/getting-started/upgrade/upgrade-from-3.x-4.x-or-5.x-to-6.x.md)
  {% endtab %}
  {% endtabs %}

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Before initiating an upgrade, it is strongly advised to create backups of both the filesystem and database. This precautionary measure ensures that in the event of any unexpected issues during the upgrade process, you can revert to a stable state using the backed-up data.
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