HejBit Decentralised Backup
by João Metaprovide on WordPress.org
This plugin is a simple and effective tool to backup your WordPress site and its database, in a decentralized manner, directly to your Hejbit Folder on Nextcloud account. With it, you can define the parameters to create regular copies of your site, including the frequency and time of the operation.
Once you have configured the parameters, the plugin will automatically run in the background to create backups of your site and its database according to your schedule. Backups are stored directly on your Nextcloud account, allowing you to access them from anywhere, at any time.
This plugin is easy to install and configure, and it offers a complete backup solution to protect your site from data loss in the event of a technical problem or hacking. By choosing this plugin, you can have peace of mind knowing that your site is safe.
WARNING: Automatic restoration of backups is not yet possible. It must be done manually by replacing the files on the hosting and restoring the database(DB).
Required Third-Party Services
- Nextcloud: A cloud storage platform.
- HejBit: A decentralization service that connects your Nextcloud folder to Swarm decentralized storage.
To use this plugin, you need:
1. An active Nextcloud instance
2. A HejBit account (sign up at app.hejbit.com)
Need Help with Nextcloud Setup?
Don’t have a Nextcloud instance yet? No problem! We can help you get started with decentralized backups.
We offer three options:
- Shared Nextcloud Instance: Quick access to one of Metaprovide’s existing Nextcloud instances
- Custom Setup: We’ll set up a dedicated Nextcloud instance for you to have
- Consultation: Contact us to discuss these options further and communicate any questions you may have before making a decision
To request assistance:
We typically respond within 24-48 hours and will guide you through the entire setup process to get your decentralized backups running smoothly.
Send us an email with the following details:
Subject: Nextcloud Setup Request for HejBit Decentralised Backup
Message Template:
Hello HejBit Support Team,
I’m interested in using the HejBit Decentralised Backup plugin for WordPress. I need some assistance with the setup for Nextcloud.
Please help with one of these three options:
[ ] Quick access to one of Metaprovide’s existing Nextcloud instances.
[ ] Setting up a dedicated Nextcloud instance for me.
[ ] Contact me to discuss these options further, and communicate any questions I may have before making a decision.
My details:
– Website URL: [Your WordPress site URL]
– Expected backup size: [Approximate size of your site]
– Preferred backup frequency: [Daily/Weekly/Monthly]
– Technical experience level: [Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced]
Additional comments or questions:
[Any specific requirements or questions you have]
Look forward to hear back from you.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Information]
Data Handling
- This plugin sends backup files (database and files) from your WordPress installation to your Nextcloud instance.
- The backup data is then stored on Swarm decentralized storage via the HejBit integration.
- No user tracking or personal data collection occurs.
Privacy & Terms
- HejBit Privacy Policy
- HejBit Terms of Service
- Nextcloud is self-hosted by you or by other provider, so please refer to your instance’s policies.
A free 14-day trial of HejBit is available for new users.
Links
Acknowledgements
This plugin would not have been possible without the solid foundation laid by Dave Delalleau. His work on the Save to Nextcloud plugin (https://wordpress.org/plugins/stn-save-to-Nextcloud/#developers) has been instrumental in shaping this project. We deeply appreciate his contributions and effort in making website backups more accessible and reliable. Thank you, Dave, for your dedication and hard work!
We would also like to acknowledge the Nextcloud community for their continued efforts in building a robust, open-source platform for file storage and collaboration. Their commitment to privacy, security, and decentralization has made it possible for projects like this to thrive. The flexibility and reliability of Nextcloud ensure that users have full control over their data, making it an ideal solution for secure backups.
Known Bugs
Feature:”Make a Backup Now” Button Doesn’t Work
Description: Clicking “Make a Backup Now” causes the fields to go empty, and the backup does not work.
Temporary Solution: The “Make a Backup Now” button should only be clicked after entering the data and saving them with “Save the Schedule”.
Feature: Field Changes Not Recognized
Description: If you fill in any fields and click “Save the Schedule”, but then modify a field afterward, the system does not recognize the new values.
Temporary Solution: The user must always click “Save the Schedule” after any field modification.
Feature: Unable to Schedule Backup for the Current Day
Description: It is currently not possible to schedule a backup for the same day.
Temporary Solution: If you need to perform a backup immediately, please click on “Make a Backup Now.”
