Add: GFS Backup Manager for LXC containers #384
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This script implements a GFS (Grandfather-Father-Son) backup rotation scheme for LXC containers in Proxmox VE. Features: - Configurable retention periods for daily, weekly, and monthly backups - Dry-run mode for safe verification - Automatic backup storage detection - Comprehensive logging - Error handling The script has been tested in a production environment.
michelroegl-brunner
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May 15, 2025
| MONTHLY_RETENTION_MONTHS="12" # Months to keep monthly archives | ||
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| DRY_RUN="1" # 1: Only show what would be done. 0: Actually delete (CAUTION!). | ||
| LOG_FILE="/var/log/lxc_backup_cleanup.log" |
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| LOG_FILE="/var/log/lxc_backup_cleanup.log" | |
| LOG_FILE="/opt/community-scripts/log/lxc_backup_cleanup.log" |
I know var/log is the typical place for logs, but we try to keep all community-script stuff in one folder.
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@stlas can you change the little thing above? then we can test |
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@MickLesk i am working on an much more advanced version as proxmox plugin. if it is tested i will come back. |
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i put it into draft |
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GFS Backup Manager for LXC Containers
This script implements a GFS (Grandfather-Father-Son) backup rotation scheme for LXC containers in Proxmox VE.
Features
Technical Details
The script has been tested in a production environment.
Configuration
Main configuration options at the start of the script:
Usage
The script can be run manually or as a cron job, ideal for automated backup management.