1. Convenience of individual copying (Backup).
Individual backup of a VPS server is, first of all, control and convenience. You choose the moment when you need to create a copy, and you decide when to restore it. No need to wait for the automatic system to work or contact technical support. Everything is simple: if you wanted, you made a backup copy; if you needed it, you restored it. This is especially valuable when the server is actively used and downtime is critical.
2. Safe updates and installation of services.
Sooner or later, everyone who works with a VPS faces a situation: you need to update the system, install a new package, configure a service, or try a non-standard solution. And there is always a fear that after that something will stop working. It is at such moments that backup becomes a real lifesaver. Make a copy – and you can safely experiment. Did something go wrong? Just roll back — and the server is back in operation. This removes a lot of stress during any major changes on the server.
3. Snapshots — fast, convenient, efficient
Snapshots are one of the most convenient tools for individual backup. These are instant snapshots of the current state of the VPS, which can be created in just a couple of seconds. The main advantage of snapshots is speed. There is no need to manually archive files or the database — a snapshot saves the entire state of the system, including configurations, files, active processes, etc.
Snapshots are especially useful before updates, software installations, or major settings. Create a snapshot → make the planned changes → and if everything works — great. If not — in a couple of clicks you can return to the stable version. It is convenient, fast and reliable.
What to do if the server is infected or compromised?
If the server is infected or compromised, the best solution is to restore the system from a snapshot made before the infection. This will allow you to quickly return the VPS to a safe state, saving hours or even days on identifying and eliminating the consequences of the attack. After recovery, you can safely update the system and strengthen its protection. Otherwise, finding the vulnerability and cleaning the server can take a very long time and do not guarantee complete elimination of the problem.
Conclusion
Based on all the above advantages, individual backup is not just a useful tool, but a real necessity. It provides not only convenience in server management, but can literally save all your data, which can easily be lost at the most inopportune moment – due to an error, virus or system failure.
