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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>
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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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