3CX (V20) | Create a Backup

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1. Log in to 3CX

2. Navigate to the 3CX Admin Console

3. Select Backup

4. Select Backup Now

5. Enter Backup Information

Enter the required information:

• Backup Name: Type in a name of your choice.

Optional:

• Include Local Recordings: Check this option if you want to include local recordings in your backup.
• Backup Encryption Password: Check this option and enter a password to encrypt this backup. This password should only be alpha-numeric with no special characters.

You will receive a message that indicates that your backup is being processed:

6. Verify Backup's Creation

Once your backup is complete, you will see it on the Backup home page.

7. Create a Scheduled Backup

Select the Scheduled Backups button.

Enter the required information:

• Enable Scheduler: Leave it on and set it to either daily or weekly.
• Rotation: Set it to the number of rotations you desire. This setting defines the number of backups to keep in your system before overwriting the oldest backup.

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