What is STACKIT Server Backup Management?
STACKIT Server Backup Management is a backup solution for virtual machine volumes in the STACKIT cloud. The service automates backup of one, multiple, or all volumes attached to a server and enables self-service recovery in case of data loss or system failures. Backups are stored exclusively in German data centers, making the service attractive for GDPR-relevant use cases.
Core Features
- Automated, individually configurable backup schedules (hourly to yearly, including advanced rules)
- Crash-consistent backups for individual or all volumes of a server
- Flexible retention period configurable per schedule
- Automatic inclusion/exclusion of newly attached or detached volumes via the “Always all volumes” option
- Self-service recovery via management UI or API without external support
Typical Use Cases
Disaster Recovery: Automatic backups on an individual schedule with configurable retention enable fast recovery after system failures.
Protection Against Data Loss: Regular backups protect against data loss from user error, software bugs, or cyberattacks.
Pre-Update Snapshots: Targeted backups can be created before system updates to restore the previous state if problems occur.
Benefits
- Complete data sovereignty through storage in German data centers
- Automated backup schedules with flexible intervals and rules
- Self-service recovery without waiting on support
- Simple management via portal UI or API
Integration with innFactory
As an official STACKIT partner, innFactory supports you with STACKIT Server Backup Management: architecture, migration, operations, and cost optimization.
Available Tiers & Options
Standard Backup
- Automated, customizable schedules
- Self-service recovery
- Flexible retention
- Crash-consistent rather than application-consistent
Typical Use Cases
Frequently Asked Questions
What is STACKIT Server Backup Management?
STACKIT Server Backup Management is a service for automated backup of virtual machine volumes. It enables crash-consistent backups and self-service recovery in case of data loss or system failures.
How long are backups retained?
Retention is configured individually per backup schedule in days and can be adapted to compliance and business requirements.
What backup schedules are possible?
You can create hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly schedules, including advanced rules such as 'last weekday of the month'.
Are the backups application-consistent?
The backups are crash-consistent, meaning they reflect the state of a VM after a hard restart. Application-consistent backups of individual services require additional application-level measures.
How does recovery work?
Recovery is performed independently via the STACKIT portal or API, without requiring external IT support.
Which API is used to control the service?
Since 15 April 2025, STACKIT has offered a dedicated Server Backup Management API that replaces the former combined MOSS API; the old MOSS endpoints were shut down on 15 October 2025. Server Backup Management can also be used via the STACKIT CLI and STACKIT Terraform provider.
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