World Backups

World Backups allow copies of worlds to be (automatically) created which can then restored at a later point in time

Getting started

Before creating any backups, ensure that the backups section in the config.yml file is properly configured.

Creating a backup

Automatically

When enabled in the config, backups are automatically created in the defined interval. If backup.auto-backup.only-active-worlds is set to true, the time until a backup will be only created is only incremented as long as a builder (i.e. player who can modify the world) is present in the world.

Manually

Players with the permission buildsystem.backup.create can manually create a backup of the world they are in using /worlds backup create.

Viewing backups

Creators of a world (or players with the buildsystem.admin bypass permission) can view the backups of the world they are in using /worlds backup. Additionally, they will need the permission: buildsystem.backup.

Each backup item's name will have the date and time at which it is was created.

Restoring a backup

Restoring a backup of the server's main world (often world) can lead to issues and is not advised. If you decide to do so, make sure to restart the server immediately after.

To restore a world to a backup, simply click on the desired backup within the backups overview. You will then be prompted to confirm the action since it cannot be reverted.