Backup and Restore a MySQL Database
Use mysqldump and automated cron jobs to back up your MySQL database to object storage.
Updated Apr 24, 2026
intermediate
10 min
Enable and Manage Automated Server Backups
Enable LightYear's automated daily server backups and restore from a backup when needed.
Updated Apr 24, 2026
beginner
5 min
Expand Disk Space on a Linux Server
Resize a partition and expand the filesystem after upgrading to a larger server plan.
Updated Apr 24, 2026
intermediate
7 min
Use Object Storage with S3-Compatible API
Create an object storage bucket and access it using the S3-compatible API with the AWS CLI or SDK.
Updated Apr 24, 2026
intermediate
10 min
Attach and Mount Block Storage
Add a block storage volume to your server, format it, and mount it for persistent data storage.
Updated Apr 24, 2026
beginner
8 min
Getting Started with Object Storage
Create an object storage bucket, upload files, and access them via the S3-compatible API.
Updated Apr 24, 2026
beginner
7 min
Take and Restore Server Snapshots
Create point-in-time snapshots of your server and restore or clone from them.
Updated Apr 24, 2026
beginner
5 min
Automate MySQL Backups to Object Storage
Schedule automated MySQL database backups and upload them to object storage using a cron job.
Updated Apr 24, 2026
intermediate
8 min
Increase Disk Space on a Linux Server
Expand your root partition or add a new volume when your server runs low on disk space.
Updated Apr 24, 2026
intermediate
7 min