Self-Hosted CMS Backup Strategy: Practical Guide 2026

A self-hosted CMS backup strategy is crucial to prevent data loss. A practical setup involves nightly DB dumps, weekly media snapshots, monthly restore drills, and offsite copies. This guide covers the setup, including what to back up, how often, where to store it, and a restore drill. Implement the 3-2-1 rule for three independent layers of protection and a quarterly restore drill to ensure data safety.