cPanel backup metadata file

crshep

• October 01, 2017 21:35

Since the update I noticed when WHM backups all accounts it now leaves 2 files for backups testaccount-=-meta testaccount.tar.gz So what is the meta one for? Do I need it? Can it be shut off and in not saved if not needed? Thanks

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  rpvw

  • October 02, 2017 06:06

  Please see: Metadata for Backups - Version 66 Documentation - cPanel Documentation SOLVED - Backup meta files appeared after latest upgrade to v.66

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  crshep

  • October 02, 2017 15:01

  Please see: Metadata for Backups - Version 66 Documentation - cPanel Documentation SOLVED - Backup meta files appeared after latest upgrade to v.66

  
  Thanks did a search in the forums under backup and didn't see this post. Anyway thanks

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  cPanelMichael

  • October 02, 2017 17:32

  Hello, Those threads should help to explain the purpose of the metadata files. Let us know if you have any additional questions. Thank you.

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  crshep

  • October 03, 2017 01:59

  Thanks Michael Are you the same Michael that used to be in charge or at least worked with "cpgs" when cpanel offered it? Just curious is all?

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  cPanelMichael

  • October 03, 2017 16:43

  Thanks Michael Are you the same Michael that used to be in charge or at least worked with "cpgs" when cpanel offered it? Just curious is all?

  
  Hi Charles, No, not the same Michael (there have been a few of us). Thanks!

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  Infopro

  • October 03, 2017 17:04

  Thanks Michael Are you the same Michael that used to be in charge or at least worked with "cpgs" when cpanel offered it? Just curious is all?

  
  You may be thinking of @Darren. :)

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