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[[{“value”:”In this tutorial we build an automated Linux backup using rsync and a systemd timer.
In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll create a reliable rsync backup script, test it safely using dry-run mode, and automate it using a systemd service and timer so your backups run automatically. You’ll also learn how to prevent silent backup failures by adding a mount check, and how to integrate healthchecks.io so you get alerts if your backup script fails.
This tutorial is perfect for Linux users, sysadmins, and homelab enthusiasts who want a simple, reliable, and transparent backup solution without relying on heavy backup software.
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00:00 – Intro: Automating Linux Backups with rsync and systemd
02:21 – Project Overview: What You Need for an rsync Backup Script
06:41 – Writing a Linux Backup Script with rsync
16:16 – Testing the rsync Backup Script (Dry Run Mode)
21:29 – Support the Channel + Linux Swag
23:03 – Finalizing the rsync Backup Script
24:24 – Automating Backups with systemd Service and Timer
31:06 – Testing the systemd Timer and Backup Script
32:30 – Adding a Mount Check to Prevent Backup Failures
35:27 – Full rsync Backup Script Walkthrough
40:16 – Monitoring Backup Failures with healthchecks.io
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