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Databases and backups
Plan database setup, user access, backup schedules, recovery checks, and plan-aware backup visibility before client traffic arrives.
Updated Jun 22, 2026
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What databases and backups do
Database tools cover server database services, site database attachment, database creation, user creation, credentials, local backups, scheduled backups, and plan-aware backup access. Backup planning should be part of launch, not an afterthought.
Before production traffic
- Decide which database engine the application needs.
- Confirm whether the database is created during site setup or separately.
- Choose backup frequency based on how often data changes.
- Decide who can view, download, or delete backup files.
Typical workflow
- Install or confirm the database service on the server.
- Create the required database and user.
- Attach the database details to the site or application environment.
- Run an on-demand backup before risky changes.
- Configure scheduled backups where the plan allows it.
- Review backup history and restoration expectations.
Checks before relying on backups
- The latest backup is visible.
- The database and file coverage are understood.
- A restore path has been tested or planned.
- Access to downloaded backup files is limited.
- Retired projects do not keep unnecessary backup schedules.
Common issues
- A team assumes files are backed up when only the database is scheduled.
- Backups exist but nobody has tested a restore.
- Production credentials are copied into unrelated notes.
- Backup schedules keep running after a client project ends.