LibreELEC Backup - Automated System Backup Solution (Beta)
Overview
LibreELEC Backup is a powerful addon that automates the backup process for your LibreELEC system. It creates comprehensive backups of your entire system, including all addons, configurations, and user data, making system restoration and migration a breeze.
NOTE: This is currently in beta development. Your feedback and suggestions are crucial for improving the addon!
Core Features
• Smart Backup Rotation - Intelligent management of backup files with configurable retention policies
• Multiple Storage Options - Local storage or remote locations (SMB, NFS, FTP, SFTP, WebDAV)
• Automated Scheduling - Set up daily, weekly, or monthly backups
• Email Notifications - Get detailed backup status notifications
• Flexible Configuration - Choose exactly what to backup
• Beautiful UI - Modern and intuitive interface
• Real-time Progress - Live tracking of backup operations
• Secure Storage - Support for encrypted remote connections
What Can Be Backed Up
• System Configuration Files
• Installed Add-ons
• Add-on User Data and Settings
• Repositories
• Media Sources
Requirements
• LibreELEC 10.0 or newer
• Kodi 20 (Nexus) or newer
• Available storage space for backups
• Network connection for remote storage (optional)
Installation
Recommended Method (via Repository)
1. Download the Nigel1992 Kodi Repository from: https://github.com/Nigel1992/kodi-repository
2. Install via LibreELEC's addon browser
3. Configure backup settings in the addon settings
Alternative Method (Direct Installation)
1. Download directly from: https://github.com/Nigel1992/service.libreelec.backupper
2. Install via LibreELEC's addon browser
3. Configure backup settings
Configuration Options
• Choose backup location (local/remote)
• Configure remote storage details
• Set compression level
• Enable/configure backup rotation
• Set backup frequency (Daily/Weekly/Monthly)
• Choose preferred backup time
• Configure retention settings
• Enable reminder notifications
Remote Storage Support
• SMB/CIFS - Windows network shares
• NFS - Network File System
• FTP - File Transfer Protocol
• SFTP - Secure File Transfer Protocol
• WebDAV - Web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning
Latest Updates
• Fixed datetime parsing issue in scheduler
• Improved error handling for schedule time parsing
• Enhanced main menu UI with last backup and next scheduled backup information
• Improved menu layout with visual separation between actions and information
• Added backup rotation feature with configurable retention policies
• Improved settings organization with subcategories
Known Issues & Limitations
• Restore function not working right yet.
Planned Features
• Not sure... let me know?
Support & Documentation
• GitHub Issues: https://github.com/Nigel1992/serv…ackupper/issues
• Documentation: https://github.com/Nigel1992/serv….backupper/wiki
Credits
Created by Nigel1992
License
GNU General Public License
Please try the addon and share your feedback! Your input will help shape the future development of LibreELEC Backup.
Feel free to:
1. Report any bugs you encounter
2. Suggest new features
3. Share your experience with the addon
4. Provide feedback on the user interface
5. Suggest improvements to the backup/restore process
Your feedback is invaluable in making this addon better for everyone!
