Docker Volume Backup

Simple backups for Docker volumes

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About Docker Volume Backup

docker-volume-backup backs up Docker volumes automatically, encrypted and on a scheduled basis – to local destinations, via SSH, WebDAV or to S3-compatible storage. This lightweight tool runs as a container alongside your applications and, if required, briefly pauses them so that databases and uploads are backed up in a consistent state. With Managed docker-volume-backup Hosting from OpenHosting, we also take care of operating this backup infrastructure for you: you decide what is backed up and when, and we make sure it runs reliably.

The core benefit is reliability: cron schedules control the rhythm, pre- and post-scripts integrate database dumps or maintenance steps, and GPG encryption protects your backups even on third-party storage. The result is a traceable, verifiable backup chain instead of manual copy operations.

Who is docker-volume-backup suitable for?

The tool is ideal for teams and IT service providers who run their own Docker environments and need to back up their data – databases, uploads, configurations – reliably and automatically. Particularly when used in conjunction with an S3 destination such as MinIO, it creates a clean off-site backup. Agencies and SMEs that host several containerised applications also benefit from the multi-host support in the Business plan and the built-in notifications for failed runs.

docker-volume-backup Hosting in Switzerland

OpenHosting operates your backup solution in Swiss data centres in the Zurich region – your backups remain within the country in compliance with the nDSG and are not subject to the US CLOUD Act. We keep the setup up to date, monitor the backup runs and also back up the configuration daily in accordance with the 3-2-1 principle (hourly under the Business plan). Our team will assist you with setting up schedules, encryption and storage destinations, as well as with migrating from an existing backup setup. Managed docker-volume-backup hosting is available from CHF 9 per month with unlimited volumes; the Business plan offers multi-host support, notifications and priority support.

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✓ Backup to S3, WebDAV, SSH
✓ Cron schedule
✓ Pre/Post-Scripts
✓ Encryption (GPG)

Why Docker Volume Backup?

See how Docker Volume Backup compares.

	Docker Volume Backup	BorgBackup	Restic
Swiss server	✓	✗	✗
Open Source	✓	✓	✓
Focus	Docker Volumes	File system	File system
Container-aware	Yes	No	No
Price per month	CHF 9	Free	Free

Frequently asked questions about Docker Volume Backup

How much does docker-volume-backup hosting cost in Switzerland? ▾

At OpenHosting, Managed docker-volume-backup starts at CHF 9 per month, including one instance, unlimited volumes, daily backups and email support. The Business plan, with notifications, multi-host support, hourly backups and priority support, costs CHF 29 per month.

Where are my backups stored? ▾

Exclusively in Swiss data centres in the Zurich region, provided you choose a Swiss destination. Swiss law (nDSG) applies – your backups are not subject to the US CLOUD Act.

Who is responsible for updates and maintenance? ▾

OpenHosting provides a fully managed backup solution: security updates, monitoring of backup runs and safeguarding of the configuration are all included in the price. You define the schedules; we keep the operation up to date.

Can I migrate from BorgBackup or Restic? ▾

Yes. docker-volume-backup is designed specifically for Docker volumes and runs as a container alongside your applications. When switching from a file-system-based setup such as Borg or Restic, we help you cleanly recreate schedules, destinations and encryption.

Is the solution compliant with the nDSG and GDPR? ▾

Yes. With data stored in Switzerland, GPG encryption of backups and controlled storage destinations, you meet the requirements of the nDSG and GDPR far more easily than with US cloud backups.