.. _backup:

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Backup
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Backing up your server 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 Network Folder for creating backups (recommended).  Otherwise, you may backup to a physical drive, attached in addition to your main server's SSD.

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  Linux Network Folder <backup-setup/backup-linux>
  Mac Network Folder <backup-setup/backup-mac>
  Windows Network Folder <backup-setup/backup-windows>
  Synology Network Folder <backup-setup/backup-synology>
  TrueNAS Network Folder <backup-setup/backup-truenas>
  Physical Drive <backup-setup/backup-physical>

.. _backup-create:

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

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#. You will see your previously created Network Folder backup location (or Physical Drive) available.  Click it, select the services you wish to backup, then click "**BACK UP SELECTED**":

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#. You will be prompted for your server's master password:

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#. The backup will begin.  You can continue to use your server while the backup is in progress.

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#. When the backup is complete, you will receive a notification where a detailed report is available.

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#. If successful, you will also see the date and time of your most recent backup under **BACKUPS** in the **System** tab:

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