Nextcloud to Backblaze B2 Backup Solution - Complete File Manifest
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TOTAL: 11 Files | ~65 KB of code + documentation | Ready to deploy

Documentation Files (Read These First!)
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1. START_HERE.txt (New!)
   - Quick orientation guide
   - File overview  
   - Next steps
   - Learning paths
   - Q&A
   Purpose: GET YOUR BEARINGS

2. INDEX.md
   - File guide & organization
   - Learning paths (beginner → advanced)
   - Help matrix (which doc for which problem)
   - File reference table
   Purpose: NAVIGATE ALL FILES

3. README_NEXTCLOUD_BACKUPS.md
   - Complete overview of solution
   - Features at a glance
   - System requirements
   - How it works (visual)
   - Cost estimates
   - Installation summary
   - Common commands
   - Troubleshooting pointers
   Purpose: UNDERSTAND EVERYTHING

4. BACKUP_QUICK_START.md
   - TL;DR setup guide
   - 5-minute installation
   - Common commands
   - File locations
   - Restore shortcuts
   - Troubleshooting quick reference
   Purpose: GET RUNNING FAST

5. NEXTCLOUD_BACKBLAZE_SETUP.md
   - Comprehensive reference manual
   - Step-by-step installation
   - Detailed backup strategy
   - Usage patterns
   - Complete restore procedures
   - Extensive troubleshooting
   - Advanced configuration
   - Maintenance schedules
   - Cost optimization
   Purpose: DETAILED REFERENCE FOR EVERYTHING

6. DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md
   - Pre-deployment checklist
   - Installation verification
   - Configuration steps
   - Testing procedures
   - Post-deployment checks
   - Daily/weekly/monthly tasks
   - Emergency contacts
   Purpose: VALIDATE DEPLOYMENT

Script Files (Copy to System)
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7. install-nextcloud-backup.sh (EXECUTABLE)
   - One-command automated installer
   - Checks dependencies
   - Creates directories
   - Installs scripts & configs
   - Provides step-by-step guidance
   - Size: ~8 KB
   Usage: sudo ./install-nextcloud-backup.sh

8. nextcloud-backup-to-backblaze.sh (EXECUTABLE)
   - Main backup engine
   - Database dump (MariaDB/PostgreSQL)
   - Incremental/full backup logic
   - File compression (zstd)
   - B2 upload
   - Retention management
   - Complete logging
   - Size: ~11 KB
   Usage: /opt/nextcloud-backup/nextcloud-backup-to-backblaze.sh [incremental|full]

Configuration Files (Customize)
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9. nextcloud-backup.env.template
   - Configuration template
   - Nextcloud paths
   - Database settings
   - Backup strategy
   - Retention & compression
   - Logging options
   Size: ~2.8 KB
   Location after install: /opt/nextcloud-backup/.env

systemd Integration Files (Deploy)
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10. nextcloud-backup.service
    - systemd service definition
    - Runs backup script
    - Environment variables
    - Resource limits
    - Security hardening
    - Error handling
    Size: ~1 KB
    Location: /etc/systemd/system/nextcloud-backup.service

11. nextcloud-backup.timer
    - systemd timer definition
    - Scheduling (default 2 AM daily)
    - Persistent scheduling
    - Randomized delays
    Size: ~526 bytes
    Location: /etc/systemd/system/nextcloud-backup.timer

Installation Locations
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After running installer (sudo ./install-nextcloud-backup.sh):

/opt/nextcloud-backup/
  ├── .env                                  (your config)
  ├── nextcloud-backup-to-backblaze.sh    (script)
  ├── .backups/
  │   ├── logs/                           (backup logs)
  │   └── .backup-state.json              (metadata)
  └── [temp files deleted after backup]

/etc/nextcloud-backup/
  └── b2-credentials.env                  (B2 API keys - SECRET!)

/etc/systemd/system/
  ├── nextcloud-backup.service
  └── nextcloud-backup.timer

Quick Start Usage
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Read first:        cat START_HERE.txt
Get running fast:  cat BACKUP_QUICK_START.md
                  sudo ./install-nextcloud-backup.sh
Full reference:    cat NEXTCLOUD_BACKBLAZE_SETUP.md

File Organization Chart
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START_HERE.txt ← [orientation]
    ↓
    ├─→ README_NEXTCLOUD_BACKUPS.md [understanding]
    │       ↓
    │       └─→ BACKUP_QUICK_START.md [setup]
    │               ↓
    │               └─→ install-nextcloud-backup.sh [deploy]
    │
    ├─→ NEXTCLOUD_BACKBLAZE_SETUP.md [reference]
    │       ↓
    │       └─→ [advanced config/troubleshooting]
    │
    └─→ DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md [validation]
            ↓
            └─→ [confirm everything works]

Documentation Reading Times
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File                              Time    Audience
─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
START_HERE.txt                   5 min   Everyone
BACKUP_QUICK_START.md            5-10    Fast deployers
README_NEXTCLOUD_BACKUPS.md      10-15   Overview seekers
INDEX.md                         10      Reference users
NEXTCLOUD_BACKBLAZE_SETUP.md     20-30   Deep divers
DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md          30      QA/validation

Recommended Reading Order
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Scenario 1 - Just Want It Running (15 min total):
  1. START_HERE.txt (5 min)
  2. BACKUP_QUICK_START.md (10 min)
  3. Run installer

Scenario 2 - Want to Understand (45 min total):
  1. START_HERE.txt (5 min)
  2. README_NEXTCLOUD_BACKUPS.md (15 min)
  3. BACKUP_QUICK_START.md (10 min)
  4. Run installer
  5. Test backup (15 min)

Scenario 3 - Production Deployment (1.5 hours):
  1. All documentation
  2. Run installer
  3. Full configuration
  4. Extensive testing
  5. DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md
  6. Validation & sign-off

Key Features Across Files
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Feature              Location
─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
Automated backups    All docs, script
Incremental backups  Setup.md, script
Database backup      All docs, script
Compression          All docs, script
Retention            Setup.md, script, template
systemd integration  All docs, service, timer
Security             Setup.md, script, service
Monitoring           Setup.md, Quick.md
Restoration          Setup.md, Quick.md
Troubleshooting      Setup.md, Quick.md
Cost analysis        README.md, Setup.md
Advanced config      Setup.md

File Dependencies
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You MUST have:
  ✓ install-nextcloud-backup.sh (installer)
  ✓ nextcloud-backup-to-backblaze.sh (engine)
  ✓ nextcloud-backup.service (systemd)
  ✓ nextcloud-backup.timer (scheduler)
  ✓ nextcloud-backup.env.template (config)

You NEED documentation (pick one):
  ✓ BACKUP_QUICK_START.md (fast)
  ✓ README_NEXTCLOUD_BACKUPS.md (overview)
  ✓ NEXTCLOUD_BACKBLAZE_SETUP.md (complete)

Helpful to have:
  ✓ START_HERE.txt (navigation)
  ✓ INDEX.md (file guide)
  ✓ DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md (validation)

Security Files
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After installation, these files contain secrets:
  - /etc/nextcloud-backup/b2-credentials.env
    Permissions: 600 (root only)
    Contents: B2 Account ID + Application Key
    DO NOT: commit to git, share, or expose

Never stored in:
  ✓ Scripts (no hardcoded credentials)
  ✓ Logs (sanitized)
  ✓ Config templates (placeholders only)
  ✓ Git repository (should be gitignored)

Version Information
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Created:      April 25, 2026
Tested with:  Nextcloud 26+, Backblaze B2, Docker
Script size:  ~600 lines of shell
Docs size:    ~60 KB
Total size:   ~65 KB (very lightweight!)

Compatibility
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Operating System:   Linux (systemd required)
Nextcloud:          Version 20+ (tested with 26+)
Database:           MariaDB or PostgreSQL (auto-detected)
Docker:             Required (running Nextcloud)
Shell:              bash
CLI Tools:          b2, docker-compose, jq, tar, zstd

Support & Help
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For questions, see:
  - START_HERE.txt (quick answers)
  - INDEX.md (find the right doc)
  - Relevant .md file (detailed help)
  - DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md (validation)

Common issues:
  - Backup not running → see Quick.md troubleshooting
  - B2 auth fails → see Setup.md B2 section
  - Path issues → see Setup.md installation
  - Restore needed → see Setup.md restore section

Ready to Deploy?
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✅ All files present
✅ Scripts are executable
✅ Documentation is complete
✅ Configuration templates ready
✅ Installer works out of the box

Next step: Read START_HERE.txt or run installer!

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Generated: April 25, 2026
Manifest Version: 1.0
Status: Complete & Ready for Deployment
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