Gen5 VPS Backups
Reliable full-system backups built into the Gen5 VPS platform
CONSISTENT FULL-SYSTEM BACKUPS. SIMPLE RECOVERY.
Full-system backups are built into our Gen5 VPS platform, giving you a straightforward way to protect and recover your server when needed.
Each VPS includes scheduled full-system backups by default, with options to create on-demand backups, perform self-service restores, and expand backup coverage as your requirements grow. Everything is managed through the Gen5 Dashboard.
Helpful context: Full-system backups are a strong safety net, but they are still one layer of a broader backup strategy. They restore the entire server to a point in time, not individual files or databases. For a practical overview of layered backups, see our article: Backup layers and full-system backups.
Basic Details:
| Backup Type | Full-system disk backup (point-in-time image) |
| Default Frequency | Every Sunday |
| Frequency Options | You control the day(s) of the week |
| One-off Backups | Yes, create backups manually any time |
| Backups Included | 5 restore points |
| Pricing | 5 free, included with each Managed or Self-Managed VPS |
| Add-on Pricing (per VPS) | 15: $2.50/month 30: $6.25/month 45: $10.00/month 60: $13.75/month |
Features:
| Fully Encrypted | Yes, in transit and at rest |
| Stored | Off-server and off-site, in dedicated backup data centers separate from customer VPS services |
| Recovery Type | Self-service full-system restore (entire server, point-in-time) |
These backups are designed for full-server recovery scenarios such as corruption, ransomware, or infrastructure-level failures. For file-level or database-level recovery, additional off-server backup layers are recommended.
Note: Backup options for legacy VPS platforms differ from Gen5. Please contact our Legacy Support Team.