BackupMod review
A free, open-source choice for command-driven Minecraft Java server backups.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
BackupMod is an MIT-licensed Minecraft Java Edition server mod for creating, restoring, scheduling, and managing dedicated server backups. It is designed for server operators who want command-based control over backup creation, restoration, listing, deletion, and renaming. Installation involves placing the mod's JAR file in the server's mods folder, after which backups are stored in a backups directory within the server directory. The free, open-source model suits operators who prefer a self-hosted tool without a separate paid plan structure.
Its strongest feature set is operational control. BackupMod can create backups through commands, schedule automatic backups per day, and set a maximum number of retained backups. Older backups can be deleted automatically, while file and folder inclusion or exclusion rules help define what each backup contains. Restore commands support selected or latest backups, with the published category specifications identifying restore granularity as a full backup. URL-based ZIP uploads add a way to bring archive files into the server's backup workflow, and backup files can be renamed for clearer administration.
Control also extends to administration and visibility. Permission management can restrict backup commands, and configurable logging supports a tailored record of backup activity. The trade-off is that BackupMod is a self-hosted Fabric mod with local storage, so it fits operators comfortable managing their own Minecraft server environment and backup directory. It is a focused choice for Minecraft Java Edition servers that value commands, scheduling, retention, and file selection. Operators seeking another edition, a different storage destination, or restore granularity beyond full backups should choose a tool built around those requirements instead.
BackupMod pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Scheduled daily backups with configurable retention limits
- Include or exclude selected files and folders
- Restore selected or latest full backups from the server directory
- Where it doesn't
- Supports Minecraft Java Edition rather than other editions
- Uses local storage in the server's backups directory
- Requires self-hosted Fabric server installation and command management
BackupMod fact sheet, pricing and score →
Advertiser disclosure: iTechGuides is reader-supported. Vendors can pay for top positions in our rankings and for a place on other products' pages, and we may earn a commission when you click some links. Bought places stand at the number bought; this page and our disclosure say so. Paying vendors may get a fuller, more detailed review from our editors, and that review can change their score. How we rank.
Last updated · How we research and update