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Aim: Cloud Backup

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Cloud Backup

Dohtur: /* Using the X-CloudBackup add-on module */

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‎Using the X-CloudBackup add-on module

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‎Quick Start

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‎Overview

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‎Overview

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‎X-CloudBackup module configuration settings

Dohtur: /* Installing the X-CloudBackup add-on module */

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‎Installing the X-CloudBackup add-on module

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 ==Quick Start==
-To start using X-CloudBackup at your X-Cart store, follow these steps:
+To start using Cloud Backup at your X-Cart store, follow these steps:
 # Install the X-CloudBackup add-on module in X-Cart (See [[#X-CloudBackup system requirements|X-CloudBackup system requirements]] and [[#Installing the X-CloudBackup add-on module|Installing the X-CloudBackup add-on module]]).
 # Enable the module in X-Cart's back end (See [[#Enabling the X-CloudBackup add-on module|Enabling the X-CloudBackup add-on module]]).

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	After you have installed and configured the X-CloudBackup add-on module in your store, connected it with the storages where backups are to be uploaded and set up a scheduling program to periodically run <u>cron_backup.php</u>, all is ready for you to start using the module for backing up your store's data.		After you have installed and configured the X-CloudBackup add-on module in your store, connected it with the storages where backups are to be uploaded and set up a scheduling program to periodically run <u>cron_backup.php</u>, all is ready for you to start using the module for backing up your store's data.
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		+	{{Note1\|'''Important:''' Before choosing to run a manual backup or scheduling backups to be run automatically, please be sure to set up a scheduling program to periodically run the script <u>cron_backup.php</u>. X-CloudBackup will not be able to run any backups without it.}}

	In your store's Admin area, go to the <u>X-CloudBackup</u> page (<u>Tools</u>-><u>X-CloudBackup</u>):		In your store's Admin area, go to the <u>X-CloudBackup</u> page (<u>Tools</u>-><u>X-CloudBackup</u>):

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 #* FTP: Specify the details for connecting to your preferred FTP server and the path to the directory on that server where you would like store backups to be saved.
 #* Google Drive: See [[#Configuring Google Drive storage|Configuring Google Drive storage]].
-# Configure your favourite scheduling program to periodically run the script <u>cron_backup.php</u> (See [[#Running the script cron_backup.php|Running the script cron_backup.php]]).
+# Configure your favourite scheduling program to periodically run the script <u>cron_backup.php</u> (See [[#Running the script cron_backup.php|Running the script cron_backup.php]]). NB: This step is required, no matter whether you are going to run backups on a schedule or just use manual one-click backups. '''Running <u>cron_backup.php</u> is essential for the correct operation of the module.'''
 After completing the above steps you should be able to run backups using the X-CloudBackup module (See [[#Using the X-CloudBackup add-on module|Using the X-CloudBackup add-on module]]).

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	==How to patch a 3rd party skin after the installation of the X-CloudBackup module==		==How to patch a 3rd party skin after the installation of the X-CloudBackup module==
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		+	[[Category:X-Cart modules]]

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 ==Overview==
-X-CloudBackup is an add-on module for X-Cart that allows you to protect your ecommerce data with backups. With this convenient module you will never again have to worry about losing your store's files or database: all you'll need to do is set up a backup schedule and specify where you want backups to be uploaded - the system will take care of the rest. In addition to running backups automatically on a schedule, X-CloudBackup makes it possible to run backups manually (like before an upgrade or making a change to your site - just in case something goes wrong).
+X-CloudBackup is an add-on module for X-Cart that allows you to protect your ecommerce data with backups. With this convenient module you will never again have to worry about losing your store's files or database: all you'll need to do is set up a backup schedule and specify where you want backups to be uploaded - Dropbox, Google Drive or an FTP server of your choice - and the system will take care of the rest. In addition to running backups automatically on a schedule, X-CloudBackup makes it possible to run backups manually (like before an upgrade or making a change to your site - just in case something goes wrong).
 Key features:

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 Key features:
-:* Automatic, regularly scheduled backups. It is possible to specify the time when your next backup must be run or schedule backups to be run periodically (every day, every week). Once you have configured your settings, your store's data will be backed up automatically based on the schedule you defined: no chance of "forgetting" a vital backup and permanently losing irreplaceable data.
+:* Automatic, regularly scheduled backups. It is possible to schedule backups to be run periodically (every day, every week) and even specify the exact date and time when your next backup must be run. Once you have configured your settings, your store's data will be backed up automatically based on the schedule you defined: no chance of "forgetting" a vital backup and permanently losing irreplaceable data.
 :*  One-click backups. Your entire store can be backed up with a single click of a button; just configure your preferences and rest assured that your precious data will be safe.
 :* Adjustable backup scope. Decide whether you want to back up your X-Cart store's database, files or both. Exclude specific directories or files from backup as you wish.

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	:[[Image:Manage_cloud_backup3.png \|border]]		:[[Image:Manage_cloud_backup3.png \|border]]
	If a backup file is removed from any of the storages, it is also removed from the list; this way you can find out what backup files are available and where at any moment just by looking at the contents of the '''Backup files''' tab.		If a backup file is removed from any of the storages, it is also removed from the list; this way you can find out what backup files are available and where at any moment just by looking at the contents of the '''Backup files''' tab.
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		+	==How to patch a 3rd party skin after the installation of the X-CloudBackup module==

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 # In a web browser, run the installation script <u>httр://<YOUR_XCART_DOMAIN>/install-xbackup.php</u> replacing <u><YOUR_XCART_DOMAIN></u> with the actual domain name of your X-Cart based store.
 # Enter the [[X-Cart:FAQs#What_is_Auth_code_and_where_can_I_find_it.3F|Auth code]], accept the License Agreement and click the Next button.<br />
-# The installation script patches the files and activates the module. Click '''Next''' to continue the installation.<br />{{Note1|Note: If you are using a custom skin, you will need to manually apply the patches to it. Otherwise, the module will not work in this skin. For more info, see [[#How to patch a 3rd party skin after the installation of the Rich Google Search Results module|How to patch a 3rd party skin after the installation of the X-CloudBackup module]].}}
+# The installation script patches the files and activates the module. Click '''Next''' to continue the installation.<br />{{Note1|Note: If you are using a custom skin, you will need to manually apply the patches to it. Otherwise, the module will not work in this skin. For more info, see [[#How to patch a 3rd party skin after the installation of the X-CloudBackup module|How to patch a 3rd party skin after the installation of the X-CloudBackup module]].}}
 # The installation script generates a new system fingerprint. Click '''Next''' to complete the installation.
 # Use the ADMINISTRATOR AREA link to log in to the Admin area.

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 ===X-CloudBackup module configuration settings===
 '''General settings'''
-:* Send email notifications about completed backups to site administrator: Enable this option if you want information about each completed backup (as seen on the ''Last backup info'' tab of the '''X-CloudBackup''' page) to be sent to the store administrator's email address.
+:* Send email notifications about completed backups to site administrator: Enable this option if you want information about each completed backup (as seen on the '''Last backup info''' tab of the '''X-CloudBackup''' page) to be sent to the store administrator's email address.
 :* Backup files: Enable this option if you want your X-Cart store's files to be backed up.
 :* Backup database: Enable this option if you want your X-Cart store's database to be backed up.
-:* Maximum number of backups on storages (0 - unlimited):
+:* Maximum number of backups on storages (0 - unlimited): Specify the maximum number of backup archive files that you want to be stored (per storage location). When this number is exceeded, the oldest backup archive file will be replaced with the new one.
 :* Excluded files: If certain files or directories under your X-Cart installation directory do not need to be backed up, specify them here - they will not be included.<br />Format:
 :: folder_name/* - This excludes the folder "folder_name" and all the files in this folder from the backup archive.