SQLbackups
Backing up MySQL. PostgreSQL, MariaDB and Microsoft SQL databases
- ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Certified Storage.
- Simple backup of live databases.
- Bring Your Own storage or use ours.
- Unlimited retention of all your data, and private encryption security.
SQL backup, a quick overview
There are various types of DBMS, and four of the most commonly used modules are shown here.
Essential tips for Database Backups: MySQL, PostgreSQL & SQL Server
Database backups are essential for ensuring data recovery and facilitating migration processes. Although SQL databases use a common language, the tools and methods for backing them up can differ significantly.
Our software has inbuilt modules that are free for backing up and restoring databases in MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and MariaDB.
Why is it crucial to backup SQL with a module?
Data Recovery: Backups enable the restoration of a database to a specific point in time in case of data loss or corruption.
Data Migration: Backups facilitate data transfer between different environments or systems.
Can I just copy the source Database Files underneath?
Directly copying database files can lead to corruption. Databases maintain internal structures like indexes and transaction logs that may not be consistent across copies. Always use the tools provided by the DBMSs for backups to ensure data integrity.
Best Practices for backing up SQL databases
Storage Locations: Keep at least two backup copies—one locally and another offsite, such as in cloud storage.
Automation: Schedule regular backups to ensure continuous data protection.
Encryption: Encrypt backups to safeguard sensitive data from unauthorised access.
Testing: Regularly test the backup restoration process to confirm its effectiveness.
Useful links
vCenter versions we back up – https://www.bobcloud.net/version/
Price calculator – https://www.bobcloud.net/calculator/
Contact a specialist – https://control.bobcloud.net/submitticket.php?step=2&deptid=2
Does Microsoft back up My Microsoft 365 Data?
- Automated, Enterprise Level Microsoft 365 Backup
Microsoft 365 Backup Services
BOBcloud’s cloud-to-cloud Microsoft 365 backup removes all risk of you losing data from the Microsoft cloud. With our backup suite, you can always restore your Exchange email, SharePoint Sites, OneDrive data, and Microsoft Teams.
Choose from hundreds of storage locations worldwide, and mirror your backed-up data to multiple destinations.
Microsoft 365 Backup Solutions
BOBcloud’s M365 backup solution is simple, secure, easy to use and configured in minutes.
We only use ISO 27001 and SOC 2 accredited storage with the world’s most popular clouds, such as Microsoft, AWS, and Wasabi.
Restore any M365 entity from single Exchange emails to SharePoint sites and OneDrive files granularly.
Enjoy unlimited retention and history on all your data.
PAYG model with no contract or tie-ins.
Why Choose BOBcloud?
Stellar data security: We encrypt your data chain end-to-end during backup, transfer, rest and restore. Even if someone were to capture your data packets during transfer, they couldn’t decrypt the data in your cloud storage.
GDPR compliant: GDPR is always paramount in our methodologies, so we never routinely capture personal data.
25+ years in business: Since 1999, we’ve provided reliable and secure Microsoft backup solutions.
7-Day Support in your region.
£250 credit
If you are deciding on a new cloud storage partner, we can ease the transition with £250 credit
100% Reliability
Store unlimited revisions of your data to multiple online and local locations. You choose your level of durability
7 Day Support
Our team are always on hand to provide quick 7-day-a-week support. We have a knowledge base and a forum
Microsoft 365 Backup for Large Enterprises
Our M365 backup suite allows you to manage and back up thousands of accounts using a single admin screen. Monitor all the license, storage, backup and restore stats from one place.
SQL backup FAQ
Yes. If the source SQL files aren’t locked, you can back them up or take a local copy, which can then be backed up.
The recommended SQL backup method is to use one of our SQL modules, which are built specifically to back up each version of SQL. These modules are free within the base license.
Yes. Our backup software can slipstream the database to a backup. The restore method can be complete or transactional, using the logs if you are restoring only recent changes.