Backups are full server recovery points. They preserve persistent server files and configuration, including settings and installed content stored with the server. A backup captures a point in time; it does not include changes made after it was created.

Create and download a backup

1. Open the server's Backups tab. Shared users need the owner's Manage Backups permission.
2. Choose Create New Backup and wait for the operation to finish. Avoid changing files while the backup is being created.
3. Check that the backup is available before relying on it as a recovery point.
4. Use Download to keep a separate copy on your computer.

Make a backup before changing Workshop subscriptions, map rotation, server settings, or files. Download a copy if you also want a recovery point outside the server account.

Restore a backup

Restoring replaces the current server files with the selected backup. Any settings, maps, or other changes made after that backup may be lost.

1. Tell players the server will be unavailable during recovery.
2. Stop the server and wait for any current operation to finish.
3. In Backups, select the recovery point you intend to restore and choose Restore.
4. Wait for the restore to complete before choosing Start. Do not request another operation while restore is still running.
5. Check the server name, settings, maps, and startup logs before inviting players back.

If the server does not start after a restore, leave the files in place and contact support with the server ID, backup date, and the safe status message shown by the dashboard. Do not include passwords in a support request.