Barman (Backup and Recovery Manager)
Backup and Recovery Manager for PostgreSQL
Overview
Barman (Backup and Recovery Manager) is an open-source administration tool for managing the backup and recovery of PostgreSQL servers. It allows you to perform remote backups of multiple servers in business-critical environments and helps you during the recovery phase.
✨ Key Features
- Remote Backup and Recovery
- Centralized Backup Catalog
- Point-in-time Recovery (PITR)
- Incremental Backups
- Compression
- Retention Policies
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Centralized backup management
- Remote backup and recovery capabilities
- Strong focus on disaster recovery
Unique Value: Barman simplifies the management of PostgreSQL backups and disaster recovery by providing a centralized and automated solution.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Managing backups for multiple PostgreSQL servers from a central location
- Implementing a disaster recovery solution for PostgreSQL
- Performing granular point-in-time recovery
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Backup of non-PostgreSQL databases
🏆 Alternatives
Compared to scripting your own backup solution, Barman offers a more robust, feature-rich, and easy-to-manage approach.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Fully featured, open-source, and free.
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