Databases and backups

Serversinc can provision or adopt database containers on a managed server, then back up their logical databases to object storage. Docker volumes can use the same backup system.

Set up databases and backups

1. Add a storage provider and verify that Serversinc can reach the bucket.
2. Provision or import a database instance.
3. Create a logical database and a dedicated application user.
4. Create one manual backup and follow it to completion.
5. Restore that backup to a non-production target to prove the recovery path.
6. Add a schedule and retention policy.

In this section

• Databases: Provision, import and manage access.
• Storage providers: Connect an S3-compatible bucket.
• Backups and restores: Create, download, lock, restore, and transfer backups.
• Schedules and retention: Automate backups and prune old recovery points.

Next steps

• Servers: inspect the host and configure retention.
• Applications: connect an application to a database safely.
• Organisation and account: manage storage and provider credentials.
• Reference: check engine versions and restore rules.