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The Instant Backup feature allows you to create backups of your server at any given moment. These backups are taken instantly and can be used to restore your server to a previous state in case of any issues or changes you want to revert.

Create an Instant Backup

To create an instant backup, follow these steps:

  1. Log In: Log in to your ServerKade account and navigate to the Backup section in the sidebar.

  2. Select Instant Backup: Click on the Instant Backup tab to access the instant backup functionality.

  3. Fill in the Backup Details:

    • Name: Provide a meaningful name for your backup. This will help you identify it later.

    • Backup Type: Choose from one of the following backup types:

      • File System
      • Application
      • Database
    • File Type: Select the file type for the backup:

    • Database File Type: Choose the database file type (if applicable):

    • Server: Select the server for the backup, which can be associated with File System, Application, or Database.

    • Application: Choose the application (if applicable) for File System or Application backup.

    • Database: Select the database (if applicable) for Application or Database backup.

    • Storage Provider: Choose a storage provider where you want to store the backup.

    • Provider Account: Select the account of the storage provider if you have multiple storage accounts configured.

  4. Create an Instant Backup: After filling in the required details, click the “Backup Now” button to initiate the instant backup process.

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List of Instant Backups

Here, you can view a list of all your previously created instant backups. This list includes details such as the backup name, creation date, and application (if provided), database (if provided) and etc.

To access the list of instant backups:

  1. Navigate to the Instant Backup tab in the sidebar.

  2. You will see a table with the following columns:

    • Provider: The storage provider where the backup is stored.

    • Name: The name you provided for the backup.

    • Application: The associated application for the backup (if applicable).

    • Database: The associated database for the backup (if applicable).

    • Status: The current status of the backup, indicating whether it’s completed or in progress.

    • Type: The type of backup (File System, Application, or Database).

    • Price: The cost associated with the backup (if applicable).

    • Created At: The date and time when the backup was created.

  3. You can perform actions on individual backups as needed, such as restoring your server to a specific backup point.

By regularly creating instant backups of your server, you can ensure that you have a safety net in case of unexpected issues or changes that need to be rolled back.

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Note: Remember to manage your backups wisely, as they consume server storage space. Delete older backups when they are no longer needed to free up resources.

For more information on the other backup features like “Schedule Backup” and “Archive Backup,” refer to the respective sections in the sidebar.

That’s it! You now know how to create instant backups and manage them using ServerKade’s intuitive interface.