Multi Schedule
Learn how to set multiple backup schedules in SimpleBackups, seamlessly handle collisions, and configure custom cron expressions for precise data protection.
SimpleBackups allows you to configure multiple schedules for a single backup job, offering flexibility in how and when your data is protected. Additionally, a built-in collision detection system prevents conflicts when schedules overlap, ensuring stable and resource-efficient backups.
Steps:
- Access Backup Creation: Start by navigating to the "Create Backup" section of your Simple Backups account.
- Choose Server and Database: Configure the necessary details for your backup job.
- Scroll to "Finalize and Create": After configuring the details, scroll to the "Finalize and create" section.
- Locate "When do you want to run your backup?": Find the scheduling section.
- Understand Existing Schedules:
- You'll see existing default schedules (e.g., daily, weekly).
- Adding Additional Schedules:
- Click the "+" button next to an existing schedule row.
- This will create a new schedule row.
- You can have up to four different schedules per backup job.
- Configuring Each Schedule:
- Schedule Type: For each new schedule, you'll have options for:
- On-demand: Run the backup only when manually triggered.
- Hourly: Set backups to run hourly.
- Daily: Set backups to run daily at a specific time.
- Weekly: Set backups to run weekly.
- Monthly: Set backups to run monthly.
- Custom: Create a custom schedule using a cron expression, offering precise control over frequency.
- Retention: Choose the number of schedule runs to retain the backup.
- Custom Cron Schedules (optional):
- If selecting "Custom," click on the option in the modal to enter a cron expression
- Familiarize yourself with cron syntax to create the desired schedule.
- Click "Save" to save the cron expression schedule.
- Collision Detection System:
If two schedules would trigger the same backup simultaneously (e.g., a daily and weekly schedule overlapping), SimpleBackups will ensure only one process runs at a time. The system then creates a clean copy and saves it as a separate “version” without duplication, conserving resources and avoiding backup conflicts.
Tip: Review your schedules periodically to ensure they align with your data protection needs. The collision detection system handles overlaps smoothly, but clear scheduling will help maintain consistent backup practices.
Last updated on January 29, 2025