Ultimate Backup Guide to BULLETPROOF your Home Assistant server

Secure your Home Assistant setup with automated backups!

This video demonstrates how to implement a robust backup solution using the 3-2-1 approach: 3 copies, 2 types of storage, 1 off-site. Learn why backups are crucial and how to set up automatic, scheduled backups, store copies locally and in the cloud, and keep your backups secure and accessible.

Don't risk losing your configurations and data. Whether new to Home Assistant or an experienced user, this guide will help you protect your smart home setup.

Implement a foolproof backup system today!

GitHub repo for Google Drive backup add-on:

Check your Google Drive storage:

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:30 Backup Strategy
01:14 Setting NAS Storage In Home Assistant
03:37 Configure Google Drive Backup Add-On
05:38 Testing Backups
06:52 Backup Retention
07:28 Backup Failure Automation
08:30 Restoring From Backup File
10:02 Conclusion