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---++ Overview
This is a solution to backup, restore, and upgrade TWiki sites. It can be used via the browser and on the command line. This plugin is pre-installed in TWiki-5.1 and later releases. It can be installed in older TWiki releases as oldas TWiki-2001-09-01 (Athens Release) to easily create a backup that can be restored on a new TWiki release. This offers an easy upgrade path for TWiki.
This plugin backs up page data, attachment data, the plugin workspace area, and the TWiki configuration. However, it __does not__ backup the TWiki engine, additional plugins, and skins you might have installed. It is recommended to do a manual backup of the whole twiki directory after installing plugins and skins.
#WebBased
---++ Web-based Operation
The backup and restore functionality is restricted to members of the %USERSWEB%.TWikiAdminGroup.
Once configured, visit the *[[BackupRestoreConsole]]* to:
* Start a new backup.
* Cancel a backup in progress.
* List all backups.
* Delete a backup.
* Restore from a backup.
__Screenshot of Backup & Restore Console, overview:__