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cron-backup

Automates scheduled directory backups with version detection and retention cleanup.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#versioning#cleanup#backup#retention#directory#cron
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kisslex2013-alt/ClawSivraj --skill cron-backup
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Skill: cron-backup
Source: https://github.com/kisslex2013-alt/ClawSivraj/tree/main/skills/cron-backup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kisslex2013-alt/ClawSivraj --skill cron-backup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Backup management without automation leads to data loss and inconsistent retention. This Skill addresses this by scheduling automatic backups with version tracking and cleanup.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Directory Backup: Create timestamped archives for safe recovery.
  • Version-Triggered Backup: Only back up when changes are detected.
  • Scheduled Execution: Integrate with cron for regular preservation.
  • Automatic Cleanup: Retain a defined number of backups and purge old ones.

Quick Start

Run the initial backup with the backup script and then configure a daily cron job to automate future backups.

Frequently Asked Questions about cron-backup

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate directory backups using cron scheduling?▼

To automate directory backups, you run an initial backup script and then configure a daily cron job to trigger scheduled execution, ensuring regular preservation without manual intervention.

How does version-triggered backup work for detecting file changes?▼

Version-triggered backup works by detecting changes in your directories before creating timestamped archives, ensuring it only backs up modified data and avoids redundant storage of unchanged files.

What is the best way to manage backup retention and cleanup old archives?▼

The best way to manage backup retention is through automatic cleanup policies that retain a defined number of backup versions and purge old ones, preventing disk bloat while maintaining safe recovery points.

Can I exclude transient files when creating timestamped archives for safe recovery?▼

Yes, the backup scripts write archives to a backup directory while specifically excluding transient files, ensuring your timestamped archives contain only meaningful data for safe recovery.

Does this automated backup approach work for both local and server environments?▼

Yes, this automated backup approach can be applied to both local and server environments for daily protection, version-aware backups, and retention cleanup across multiple directories.

How do I set up the initial backup before automating future backups?▼

To set up the initial backup, you run the provided backup script to create the first timestamped archive, and then you configure a daily cron job to automate future backups.

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