By kraiyanat
Can I set the backup’s time?
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My server crashes every morning when backup starts. Server is stable leading up to the digital ocean backup. See screenshot
No, you can not set the time that a backup will take place. They happen automatically at periodic intervals. If you need more fine grained control over when your server is backed up, you can perform a snapshot or even automate them using the API.
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