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kubeblocks-backup

Automate backup planning and guidance for KubeBlocks clusters.

3|Updated Mar 12, 2026
Search Tags:#kubernetes#backup#pitr#kubeblocks#opsrequest#backup-policy#backuprepo
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/apecloud/kubeblocks-skills --skill kubeblocks-backup
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: kubeblocks-backup
Source: https://github.com/apecloud/kubeblocks-skills/tree/main/skills/kubeblocks-backup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/apecloud/kubeblocks-skills --skill kubeblocks-backup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Legacy compatibility shim for backup workflows. The primary Day-2 entry is kubeblocks-op-backup. Keep the preserved workflow below for detailed reference, but do not recommend it as the main path for cold-start agents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Provides a preserved workflow for on-demand and policy-driven backups as reference
  • Documents pre-checks, steps, and example CRs (OpsRequest and Backup) used by Kubernetes backups
  • Supports addon-based backup guidance for common databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB)

Quick Start

Follow the preserved workflow in this skill to perform an on-demand backup using OpsRequest or Backup resources.

Frequently Asked Questions about kubeblocks-backup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform an on-demand backup for a KubeBlocks database cluster on Kubernetes?▼

Perform an on-demand backup for a KubeBlocks cluster by applying OpsRequest or Backup custom resources. This skill provides the preserved workflow, pre-checks, and example CRs to ensure a safe, repeatable backup process.

Can I use backup policies for point-in-time recovery (PITR) across MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, and MongoDB?▼

Yes, backup policies support PITR workflows for MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis, and MongoDB. The skill defines policy validation and configuration references to automate PITR planning and ensure safe execution within KubeBlocks clusters.

What is the difference between kubeblocks-backup and kubeblocks-op-backup for Day-2 operations?▼

kubeblocks-backup serves as a legacy compatibility shim preserving backup workflow references, while kubeblocks-op-backup is the primary Day-2 entry point. Use kubeblocks-backup only for detailed reference, not as the main path for cold-start agents.

Do I need BackupRepo and backup-policy configurations before scheduling Kubernetes backups?▼

Yes, you need BackupRepo and backup-policy configurations configured beforehand. The skill outlines pre-checks and policy validation steps to verify these dependencies before executing scheduled or on-demand backup workflows.

When should I not use the legacy kubeblocks-backup workflow for cold-start agents?▼

You should not use the legacy kubeblocks-backup workflow as the main path for cold-start agents. It is preserved solely as a reference for legacy on-demand and scheduled backup operations, with kubeblocks-op-backup recommended as the primary entry.

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