Backups consume storage quota on your Nobregas MySQL Panel plan. Deleting old or unnecessary backups frees up space for new ones and keeps your backup list organized.
Step-by-Step: Deleting a Backup
- Log in at mysql.nobregas.org.
- Click Backups in the top navigation bar.
- Find the backup you want to delete in the backup list.
- Click the Delete button on that backup's row.
- Confirm the deletion when prompted.
The backup file is permanently removed from the server.
When to Delete Backups
- Old backups that are no longer relevant (weeks or months old with newer backups available).
- Duplicate backups created by mistake or within minutes of each other.
- Test backups made during development that are no longer needed.
- Quota management — You need space for new backups and have reached your plan limit.
Before You Delete
Download First
If there is any chance you might need the backup later, download the .sql file to your local machine before deleting it from the panel. Once deleted from the server, it cannot be recovered.
Keep at Least One Recent Backup
Never delete all your backups. Always maintain at least one recent backup as a safety net. A good practice is to keep:
- The most recent backup (for quick recovery).
- A weekly snapshot (for longer-term recovery).
- A pre-migration backup (if you recently made structural changes).
Can You Undo a Deletion?
No. Deleting a backup is permanent. The .sql file is removed from the server with no way to recover it. If you downloaded a copy before deleting, you still have that local copy.
Managing Backup Storage
Your plan includes a certain amount of backup storage. To see how much you are using:
- Check the Dashboard for your current storage usage.
- Review the backup list — larger databases produce larger backup files.
If you are running low on storage:
- Delete old backups that are superseded by newer ones.
- Download backups to local storage before removing them.
- Consider which databases need frequent backups and which do not.
Automatic vs. Manual Backup Deletion
Both automatic and manual backups can be deleted the same way. Automatic backups may be rotated by the system (old automatic backups replaced by new ones), but manual backups persist until you explicitly delete them.
