Backups and Recovery
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Included controls
- Automatic daily backups
- Hourly incremental backups (optional)
- Configurable retention (7 days, 30 days, 1 year)
- Storage in separate location
- Backup encryption
- Periodic recovery testing
- Documented recovery procedures
Best practices
- Configure automatic backups
- Verify backups periodically
- Test recovery procedures
- Store backups in different geographic location
- Encrypt backups
- Document recovery procedures
- Define RTO (Recovery Time Objective) and RPO (Recovery Point Objective)
Scope
Backups include database and attached files. Complete recovery can take 1 to 4 hours depending on data volume. Typical RPO: 24 hours (daily backup).
Frequently asked questions
How often are backups performed?
Complete daily backups. Hourly incremental backups available in higher plans.
How long does it take to recover a backup?
Depends on data volume. Typically between 1 and 4 hours for complete recovery.
Can I download my backups?
Yes, you can request backup download in SQL/ZIP format for external custody.