Back up FreePBX

Save your configuration before updates or changes.

FreePBX device
What you needAffects
Admin access to the FreePBX admin panelNothing changes; it saves a copy

1. Create a backup

  1. Open BackupGo to Admin → Backup & Restore and click Add Backup.
  2. Name itGive it a name, such as Nightly.
  3. Choose modulesThe defaults cover most needs.
  4. StorageChoose where to store it, such as a local folder, SFTP or a remote server.
  5. ScheduleSet a schedule, then save.

2. Test it

Run the backup once and check the file is created. Copy a backup off the server regularly.

Troubleshooting

ProblemLikely cause and fix
Backup failsCheck disk space and the storage login.
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