VPS Backups in VirtFusion

VirtFusion includes a backup feature that captures the state of your VPS so you can restore it if something goes wrong. Backups are taken from the Backups section of your server in VirtFusion.

When to Use Backups

• Before major system updates or kernel upgrades
• Before installing new software that modifies system configuration
• Before making significant changes to a production server
• As a safety net before testing something risky

Backups are not a substitute for regular off-server copies of your data. A backup stored on the same infrastructure as the server could be affected by the same hardware failure. For important data, also keep copies in a separate location.

Taking a Backup

1. Log in to control.teklanhosting.co.uk.
2. Click your VPS.
3. Go to Backups in the navigation.
4. Click Create Backup and confirm.

The server remains available while the backup runs, though there may be a brief period of slightly elevated disk I/O.

Restoring from a Backup

1. Go to Backups in VirtFusion.
2. Find the backup you want to restore.
3. Click Restore and confirm.

Deleting Backups

Backups consume storage. Delete ones you no longer need to free up space. Go to Backups, find the entry, and click Delete.

Backup Availability

Backup functionality depends on your VPS plan. If you do not see the Backups section in VirtFusion, your current plan may not include it. Contact support to check whether it can be enabled or whether an upgrade is required.