Maximizing Dropmysite backup storage space

Learn how to maximize your Dropmysite backup storage space, including tips on scheduling, retention, and excluding unnecessary data.

When you order Dropmysite, you select a specific amount of backup storage. While it may seem sufficient, storage can fill up quickly if not managed carefully.

Backup Scheduling and Retention

To maximize storage, maintain an efficient backup and retention schedule tailored to your site’s needs:

• Infrequently updated sites (e.g., blogs)

  • Weekly backup frequency
  • Retain more backups depending on site size

• Frequently updated sites (e.g., online stores)

  • Daily backup frequency
  • Retain fewer backups

If your storage approaches its limit, you will automatically receive an email notification.

Excluding Data from Backups

Exclude unnecessary data to save space. Certain files and directories do not need to be backed up, such as cache folders and log files. These can consume large amounts of storage without being essential for site restoration.

Common directories to exclude on a default ruachost.com shared hosting account:

• access-logs
• cache
• .cagefs
• .cpanel
• tmp

More Information

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