How to make a backup before upgrading Page Mosaic

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Making a backup of your Page Mosaic setup is crucial before initiating an upgrade. This ensures that your data remains safe and can be restored if needed. Follow these steps to create a backup:

1. Open the Command Line: Start by opening your command line interface (CLI).

2. Navigate to the Deployment Directory: Change your current directory to the one from which you deployed Page Mosaic to your AWS account using the command:

   cd path/to/your/deployment/directory
   

   Make sure to replace path/to/your/deployment/directory with the actual path of your deployment directory.

3. Run the Backup Command: Execute the following command to start the backup process:

   pnpm backup-platform
   

   Wait for the command to complete successfully. This may take a few moments depending on the size of your data.

4. Locate the Backup File: Once the backup process is finished, you can find the zip file containing your backup in the following directory:

   cd platform/infra/backup
   

   Note the name of the zip file, as you'll need it to restore your backup if necessary.

To Restore the Backup:

Should you need to restore your backup, follow these steps:

1. Access the Page Mosaic Admin Panel: Log in to your Page Mosaic admin panel.

2. Navigate to the Administration Menu: In the admin panel, look for the Administration menu and open it.

3. Initiate the Restore Process: Click on the Restore from backup option. You will be prompted to select a backup file to upload.

4. Select the Backup File: Browse to the platform/infra/backup directory on your localhost and select the zip file you created during the backup process.

5. Upload and Restore: Once you've selected the correct backup file, upload it to proceed with the restoration process. Follow any on-screen instructions to complete the restoration.

By following these steps, you can safely backup your Page Mosaic setup before upgrading and restore it if necessary, ensuring your data's safety.