Summary

Gingr backs up your database for you many times each day. Extra backups add redundancy and lower the chance of data loss in extreme cases. The most common reason to use a database backup is to switch from Gingr to another software provider. Your new provider can use the backup to import your data into the new app.

Before You Begin

• Only users with the Can Backup Database and Can Export/Backup Data permissions can do this. See User Groups and Permissions.
• Database backups are in SQL format. Gingr uses MySQL. If you do not know SQL files, you may need an IT professional to open them for you.

Steps

1. Go to Left-hand Navigation: Admin » Manage Data » Backup your database.
2. Select the Backup Your Database link. Gingr starts a backup (SQL file) and downloads it to your computer in a few moments.

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