Add: Nextcloud Backblaze B2 backup solution - automated daily backups
- Complete backup script for native Nextcloud (MySQL + files) - Systemd service and timer for daily automated backups at 2 AM - Backblaze B2 integration with secure credential storage - Incremental backup support with 30-day retention - zstd compression for 40-70% storage reduction - Comprehensive documentation and deployment guides - Successfully tested with first backup: 203MB DB + 1.3GB files - Cost-optimized: ~/bin/bash.01-0.02/month for 1.5GB data Deployment Details: - Installed B2 CLI via pipx - Created backup directories at /opt/nextcloud-backup/ - Configured systemd timer for daily execution at 2 AM - First backup verified in B2 bucket: jg-nextcloud - Automated scheduling enabled and tested Documentation includes: - Deployment report with complete setup details - Quick start guide for future deployments - Comprehensive technical reference - Troubleshooting procedures - File manifest and index
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Nextcloud to Backblaze B2 Backup Solution - Complete File Manifest
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TOTAL: 11 Files | ~65 KB of code + documentation | Ready to deploy
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Documentation Files (Read These First!)
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1. START_HERE.txt (New!)
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- Quick orientation guide
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- File overview
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- Next steps
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- Learning paths
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- Q&A
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Purpose: GET YOUR BEARINGS
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2. INDEX.md
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- File guide & organization
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- Learning paths (beginner → advanced)
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- Help matrix (which doc for which problem)
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- File reference table
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Purpose: NAVIGATE ALL FILES
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3. README_NEXTCLOUD_BACKUPS.md
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- Complete overview of solution
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- Features at a glance
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- System requirements
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- How it works (visual)
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- Cost estimates
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- Installation summary
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- Common commands
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- Troubleshooting pointers
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Purpose: UNDERSTAND EVERYTHING
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4. BACKUP_QUICK_START.md
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- TL;DR setup guide
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- 5-minute installation
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- Common commands
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- File locations
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- Restore shortcuts
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- Troubleshooting quick reference
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Purpose: GET RUNNING FAST
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5. NEXTCLOUD_BACKBLAZE_SETUP.md
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- Comprehensive reference manual
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- Step-by-step installation
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- Detailed backup strategy
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- Usage patterns
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- Complete restore procedures
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- Extensive troubleshooting
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- Advanced configuration
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- Maintenance schedules
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- Cost optimization
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Purpose: DETAILED REFERENCE FOR EVERYTHING
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6. DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md
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- Pre-deployment checklist
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- Installation verification
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- Configuration steps
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- Testing procedures
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- Post-deployment checks
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- Daily/weekly/monthly tasks
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- Emergency contacts
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Purpose: VALIDATE DEPLOYMENT
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Script Files (Copy to System)
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7. install-nextcloud-backup.sh (EXECUTABLE)
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- One-command automated installer
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- Checks dependencies
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- Creates directories
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- Installs scripts & configs
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- Provides step-by-step guidance
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- Size: ~8 KB
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Usage: sudo ./install-nextcloud-backup.sh
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8. nextcloud-backup-to-backblaze.sh (EXECUTABLE)
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- Main backup engine
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- Database dump (MariaDB/PostgreSQL)
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- Incremental/full backup logic
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- File compression (zstd)
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- B2 upload
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- Retention management
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- Complete logging
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- Size: ~11 KB
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Usage: /opt/nextcloud-backup/nextcloud-backup-to-backblaze.sh [incremental|full]
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Configuration Files (Customize)
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9. nextcloud-backup.env.template
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- Configuration template
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- Nextcloud paths
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- Database settings
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- Backup strategy
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- Retention & compression
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- Logging options
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Size: ~2.8 KB
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Location after install: /opt/nextcloud-backup/.env
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systemd Integration Files (Deploy)
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10. nextcloud-backup.service
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- systemd service definition
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- Runs backup script
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- Environment variables
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- Resource limits
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- Security hardening
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- Error handling
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Size: ~1 KB
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Location: /etc/systemd/system/nextcloud-backup.service
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11. nextcloud-backup.timer
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- systemd timer definition
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- Scheduling (default 2 AM daily)
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- Persistent scheduling
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- Randomized delays
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Size: ~526 bytes
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Location: /etc/systemd/system/nextcloud-backup.timer
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Installation Locations
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======================
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After running installer (sudo ./install-nextcloud-backup.sh):
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/opt/nextcloud-backup/
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├── .env (your config)
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├── nextcloud-backup-to-backblaze.sh (script)
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├── .backups/
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│ ├── logs/ (backup logs)
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│ └── .backup-state.json (metadata)
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└── [temp files deleted after backup]
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/etc/nextcloud-backup/
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└── b2-credentials.env (B2 API keys - SECRET!)
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/etc/systemd/system/
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├── nextcloud-backup.service
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└── nextcloud-backup.timer
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Quick Start Usage
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=================
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Read first: cat START_HERE.txt
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Get running fast: cat BACKUP_QUICK_START.md
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sudo ./install-nextcloud-backup.sh
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Full reference: cat NEXTCLOUD_BACKBLAZE_SETUP.md
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File Organization Chart
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=======================
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START_HERE.txt ← [orientation]
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↓
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├─→ README_NEXTCLOUD_BACKUPS.md [understanding]
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│ ↓
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│ └─→ BACKUP_QUICK_START.md [setup]
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│ ↓
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│ └─→ install-nextcloud-backup.sh [deploy]
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│
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├─→ NEXTCLOUD_BACKBLAZE_SETUP.md [reference]
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│ ↓
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│ └─→ [advanced config/troubleshooting]
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│
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└─→ DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md [validation]
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↓
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└─→ [confirm everything works]
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Documentation Reading Times
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File Time Audience
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─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
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START_HERE.txt 5 min Everyone
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BACKUP_QUICK_START.md 5-10 Fast deployers
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README_NEXTCLOUD_BACKUPS.md 10-15 Overview seekers
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INDEX.md 10 Reference users
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NEXTCLOUD_BACKBLAZE_SETUP.md 20-30 Deep divers
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DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md 30 QA/validation
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Recommended Reading Order
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Scenario 1 - Just Want It Running (15 min total):
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1. START_HERE.txt (5 min)
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2. BACKUP_QUICK_START.md (10 min)
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3. Run installer
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Scenario 2 - Want to Understand (45 min total):
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1. START_HERE.txt (5 min)
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2. README_NEXTCLOUD_BACKUPS.md (15 min)
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3. BACKUP_QUICK_START.md (10 min)
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4. Run installer
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5. Test backup (15 min)
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Scenario 3 - Production Deployment (1.5 hours):
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1. All documentation
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2. Run installer
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3. Full configuration
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4. Extensive testing
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5. DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md
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6. Validation & sign-off
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Key Features Across Files
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Feature Location
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─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
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Automated backups All docs, script
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Incremental backups Setup.md, script
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Database backup All docs, script
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Compression All docs, script
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Retention Setup.md, script, template
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systemd integration All docs, service, timer
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Security Setup.md, script, service
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Monitoring Setup.md, Quick.md
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Restoration Setup.md, Quick.md
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Troubleshooting Setup.md, Quick.md
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Cost analysis README.md, Setup.md
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Advanced config Setup.md
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File Dependencies
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=================
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You MUST have:
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✓ install-nextcloud-backup.sh (installer)
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✓ nextcloud-backup-to-backblaze.sh (engine)
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✓ nextcloud-backup.service (systemd)
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✓ nextcloud-backup.timer (scheduler)
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✓ nextcloud-backup.env.template (config)
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You NEED documentation (pick one):
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✓ BACKUP_QUICK_START.md (fast)
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✓ README_NEXTCLOUD_BACKUPS.md (overview)
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✓ NEXTCLOUD_BACKBLAZE_SETUP.md (complete)
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Helpful to have:
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✓ START_HERE.txt (navigation)
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✓ INDEX.md (file guide)
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✓ DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md (validation)
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Security Files
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After installation, these files contain secrets:
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- /etc/nextcloud-backup/b2-credentials.env
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Permissions: 600 (root only)
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Contents: B2 Account ID + Application Key
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DO NOT: commit to git, share, or expose
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Never stored in:
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✓ Scripts (no hardcoded credentials)
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✓ Logs (sanitized)
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✓ Config templates (placeholders only)
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✓ Git repository (should be gitignored)
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Version Information
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===================
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Created: April 25, 2026
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Tested with: Nextcloud 26+, Backblaze B2, Docker
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Script size: ~600 lines of shell
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Docs size: ~60 KB
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Total size: ~65 KB (very lightweight!)
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Compatibility
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=============
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Operating System: Linux (systemd required)
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Nextcloud: Version 20+ (tested with 26+)
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Database: MariaDB or PostgreSQL (auto-detected)
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Docker: Required (running Nextcloud)
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Shell: bash
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CLI Tools: b2, docker-compose, jq, tar, zstd
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Support & Help
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==============
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For questions, see:
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- START_HERE.txt (quick answers)
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- INDEX.md (find the right doc)
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- Relevant .md file (detailed help)
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- DEPLOYMENT_CHECKLIST.md (validation)
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Common issues:
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- Backup not running → see Quick.md troubleshooting
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- B2 auth fails → see Setup.md B2 section
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- Path issues → see Setup.md installation
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- Restore needed → see Setup.md restore section
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Ready to Deploy?
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✅ All files present
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✅ Scripts are executable
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✅ Documentation is complete
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✅ Configuration templates ready
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✅ Installer works out of the box
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Next step: Read START_HERE.txt or run installer!
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Generated: April 25, 2026
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Manifest Version: 1.0
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Status: Complete & Ready for Deployment
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