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Installing new mods or plugins
Making major configuration changes
Performing server updates
How often are backups taken?
Daily automated backups with weekly and monthly retention.
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How Often Are Backups Taken?
Backup Frequency
| Type | Frequency | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | Every 24 hours | 7 days |
| Weekly | Every Sunday | 4 weeks |
| Monthly | 1st of month | 3 months |
Included with Every Plan
Automated backups are included at no extra cost with every NoobHost plan.
Game Server Saves
In addition to system backups, game servers have their own auto-save mechanism. Save intervals vary by game but typically happen every 5-15 minutes.
On-Demand Backups
You can create a manual backup at any time from your dashboard. This is recommended before:
Backup Storage
Backups are stored on separate infrastructure from your server. They're encrypted with AES-256 and stored in a different data center region.
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