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BackupGuard

Free#2 of 29 in Minecraft Backup Software

BackupGuard: A focused Paper plugin for verified, scheduled full-server backups and restores. Ranked #2 of 29 in Minecraft Backup Software by our editors (8.7/10); pricing: Open source; best for full-server backups with verification.

8.7/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
8.7 / 10
Pricing
Open source
Best for
Full-server backups with verification
Paid from
Free
Minecraft edition
Java
Facts checked
20 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Flexible retention by count, age, or available disk space
- MD5 verification and progress tracking for backup oversight
- One-command restoration with server restart handling
Where it doesn't
- Supports Paper servers running Minecraft 1.21 or newer
- Backups use local storage rather than external destinations
- Restoration is limited to full backups rather than individual files

Our verdict on BackupGuard

BackupGuard is an open-source backup plugin for Paper Minecraft servers running Minecraft 1.21 or newer. It is aimed at Java Edition server operators managing production, development, large-world, modded, or network servers. The plugin creates ZIP backups of selected worlds and can include plugin directories and configuration files, making it suited to operators who need coverage beyond world data alone. Installation is handled directly through the server’s plugins directory, and backups can be created on a schedule or manually through commands.

The strongest part of BackupGuard is its control over backup operations and retention. Scheduled backups can run at intervals or specified times, while retention rules can be based on backup count, backup age, or free disk space. Configurable ZIP compression levels provide another storage trade-off. TPS-aware delays help the server manage backup activity, and progress tracking gives operators visibility while a backup runs. Backup verification uses MD5 checksums, adding a defined integrity check to the workflow. Discord webhook notifications extend that visibility outside the server console.

Restoration is designed for full-server recovery: a one-command restore can handle server restarts, but the published scope is not granular file-by-file recovery. Storage is local, so operators need to manage the server’s available disk space and any broader storage strategy separately. BackupGuard is a strong fit for Paper administrators who want configurable, command-driven full-server backups with verification and Discord alerts. It is less suitable for servers outside the supported Paper and Minecraft version range, or for teams seeking external storage destinations or selective restoration of individual files.

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BackupGuard pricing

Plans Open sourceFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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BackupGuard fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Minecraft edition	Java
Scheduled backups	Yes
Backup scope	Full_server
Storage destination	Local
Restore granularity	Full_backup
Retention policy	Custom
Deployment	Self-hosted
Support	Community, Docs
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations	1 integrations: Discord webhooks
Pricing	Open source
Website	modrinth.com
Facts checked	20 Sep 2026

BackupGuard integrations

BackupGuard lists 1 integrations on its own site.

Discord webhooks

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