.. _backup:

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Backup
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Backing up your Embassy is easy and secure. Backups are encrypted with your master password.

.. warning:: Create frequent backups to avoid loss of data!

Setup Device
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Select your platform for detailed instructions on how to create a LAN Shared Folder for creating backups (recommended).  Otherwise, you may backup to a physical drive, attached in addition to your main Embassy SSD.

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  Linux LAN Shared Folder <backup-setup/backup-linux>
  Mac LAN Shared Folder <backup-setup/backup-mac>
  Windows  LAN Shared Folder <backup-setup/backup-windows>
  Synology  LAN Shared Folder <backup-setup/backup-synology>
  Physical Drive via Embassy <backup-setup/backup-physical>

.. _backup-create:

Create Backup
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#. Go to *Embassy > Create Backup*

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#. You will see your previously created LAN Shared Folder backup location (or Physical Drive) available.  Click it, then click "Create Backup".

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#. You can continue to use your Embassy while the backup is in progress.

    .. figure:: /_static/images/config/embassy_backup3.png
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When the backup is complete, you will receive a notification.  If successful, you will see the date and time of your most recent backup updated under "Backups" in the Embassy tab.

    .. figure:: /_static/images/config/embassy_backup4.png
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