Backup System
by notch99
Backup System automatically copies Minecraft world folders to a Dropbox account on a schedule, so a server can keep recent copies of its worlds without manual steps.
What it does
On a configured interval, which defaults to 30 minutes, the mod creates zipped backups of the world folders it is set to include and uploads them to a target folder in Dropbox. It needs a Dropbox API token, added to the config file, before uploads can start. Local zip files can be deleted after a successful upload, and old backups are removed automatically once the configured maximum number of kept backups is reached. A maximum of 0 keeps backups without limit.
The mod runs silently in the background on the server and works with the Overworld, Nether and End. It can be installed on a Forge or Fabric server, and the config file is generated on first start. Commands for an instant backup, a status check, a connection check and a configuration reload are limited to operators. Settings can be reloaded without restarting the server. The mod is for the server side only, so players join without installing it. It is released under the MIT License and is not open source. Files are published for Fabric and Forge for 1.20 – 1.20.6.
Key features
Scheduled world backups
Backups run at a set interval and cover the world folders listed in the configuration.
Dropbox upload
Finished zip files are sent to a chosen Dropbox folder using the account's API token.
Automatic cleanup
Old backups and local zip files are removed according to the configured limits, keeping the folder organized.
Operator commands
An instant backup, a status check, a connection check and a configuration reload are available to operators.
Hot reload
Configuration changes are applied without restarting the server.
Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
Use cases
Who it’s for: Server owners who want scheduled off-site copies of their worlds, with a Dropbox account to receive them. Players do not need to install anything.
How it compares
CloudBackup is client-side only and open source under the GNU General Public License v3.0 or later, with files for Fabric and Forge across 1.19 – 1.20. Backup Always Right is server-side only, released under the MIT License and open source, for Fabric on 1.21.1 – 26.2. Simple Server Backups is also server-side only and under the MIT License, but targets Fabric in the newest releases only.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backup System | Fabric and Forge | 1.20 – 1.20.6 | Server-side only | 2026-06-11 |
| CloudBackup | Fabric and Forge | 1.19 – 1.20 | Client-side only | 2023-07-06 |
| Backup Always Right | Fabric | 1.21.1 – 26.2 | Server-side only | 2026-07-26 |
| Simple Server Backups | Fabric | 26.1.2 – 26.3 | Server-side only | 2026-09-16 |
Questions
Does Backup System need a Dropbox account?
Does every player need Backup System?
Which loaders are supported?
In the catalog
Backup System is one of 4,058 Storage mods on ModsFinder, and one of 2,474 Storage mods for Fabric. 11,154 mods support Minecraft 1.20.6.
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What the author says
🗂️ Auto Backup Mod – Keep Your Worlds Safe! Auto Backup Mod is a lightweight server-side utility that automatically backs up your Minecraft worlds to Dropbox. Never lose progress again—your builds are always safe!
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/backupmod
- Owner
- notch99
- Published
- 2025-09-03
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-06-11
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15