Backup
Backups are the difference between an incident and a catastrophe, and most self-hosters discover theirs do not restore only when it matters. These guides cover 3-2-1 strategy, Restic-based encrypted backups, off-site object storage, and the restore-testing habit that makes the whole thing real.
Immich Setup Guide: Building a Self-Hosted Photo Library
Set up Immich as a self-hosted photo library with Docker Compose: install steps, storage planning, backups, and mobile sync that actually works.
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Restic Backup Self-Hosted Guide
A practical Restic guide for self-hosted environments, covering repositories, encryption, scheduling, retention, and restore testing.
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Self-Hosted Backup Strategy: How to Apply the 3-2-1 Rule
Learn how to use the 3-2-1 backup rule for self-hosted services, including what to back up, where to store copies, and how to verify restores.
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Self-Hosted Disaster Recovery Planning
Build a practical disaster recovery plan for self-hosted services with recovery priorities, backups, failover decisions, and restore documentation.
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