# Creating Backups via the Control Panel

1. Log in to the [Ridgeline Servers Control Panel](https://panel.ridgelineservers.com).
2. Navigate to your server and click on the **Backups** tab in the menu.
3. Click the **Create Backup** button.
4. Optionally, you can enable **Lock Backup** to prevent automatic deletion if your server exceeds its backup limit.
5. Click **Start Backup** to begin the process. Once completed, the backup will appear in the list for download or restoration.

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