What Is a Minecraft Server Snapshot?

A snapshot is a point-in-time copy or image of your Minecraft server’s entire state, including its operating system, applications, and data. It captures the server’s configuration, files, and settings. Snapshots are essential for backup, recovery, or duplication of the server, allowing you to preserve the server’s integrity and ensure its availability with ease.

Why Take Server Snapshots?

Snapshots act as a reliable backup mechanism, safeguarding your server against data loss, system failures, or software issues. They allow for easy restoration to a known working state, minimizing downtime and securing your configurations and data.

Creating a Server Snapshot

To create a snapshot:

1. Log in to your server’s dashboard panel.
2. Navigate to “snapshots” at the top of the panel.
3. Click “Create Snapshot” and name your snapshot.

Scheduling Regular Snapshots

Automate the process by scheduling regular snapshots:

1. Access the “schedules” tab in your server panel.
2. Set the schedule’s name, frequency, and conditions for the snapshots.