Use Cases
- Automate daily backups of databases and file systems.
- Implement retention policies to manage backup lifecycle.
- Notify team members about backup completions and restore tests.
- Facilitate easy recovery of data in case of loss or corruption.
How It Works
Triggers daily at 02:00 UTC to initiate backup processes. Builds a matrix of backup jobs for databases and file systems. Executes backup jobs and calculates checksums for integrity. Uploads backup data to cloud storage and manages retention. Notifies team members via Slack about backup status.
Setup Steps
- 1Import the workflow template into your n8n instance.
- 2Configure the necessary credentials for cloud storage and Slack.
- 3Adjust the cron expression if a different backup schedule is needed.
- 4Test the workflow to ensure backups and notifications function correctly.
Apps Used
PostgreSQL
Slack
Cloud Storage
Categories
Target Roles
Industries
Tags
#automated backups
#process automation
#notifications