Restoring a database from a FileMaker Server backup
IntermediateSafely replace a live hosted database with a backup copy — the correct sequence to avoid data loss or corruption.
What you'll learn
- The correct sequence for a safe database restore
- How to verify the backup is intact before restoring
- How to keep the current file as a reference while restoring
Restoring from backup involves closing the live database, replacing it with the backup copy, and reopening it. The order of steps matters — skipping the close step risks overwriting an open file, which corrupts it.
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Verify the backup before restoring
Before touching the live file, verify the backup copy. Copy the backup to a test location and open it in FileMaker Pro (not Server) to confirm it opens cleanly and data looks correct. Run Recover on a copy to check integrity if you have concerns. Never restore from a backup you haven't verified.
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