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How to restore backup in Plex?

I recently created a backup of my Plex server and now I need to restore it. Can someone explain plex how to restore backup without losing my library, watch history, and server settings? If there are any important steps or common mistakes to avoid during the restore process, I'd really appreciate the...

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@Charlotte replied to Jill
1 month ago

To restore a backup in Plex, stop the Plex Media Server, replace the current data directory with your backup files, then restart Plex. Ensure the backup matches your Plex version for best results.
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@Alexander replied to Jill
1 month ago

Before restoring a Plex backup, shut down the Plex Media Server completely. Copy your backup files into the Plex data directory, replacing the current files where necessary. Once finished, restart the server and confirm that your media libraries, user preferences, playback history, and metadata have been restored correc
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@Grace replied to Jill
1 month ago

To recover your Plex server from a backup, close the Plex Media Server before making any changes. Replace the existing data folder with your saved backup files, then launch Plex again. Verify that your libraries, watched status, server configuration, and media information have been restored as expe
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@James replied to Jill
1 month ago

To restore a Plex backup, first stop the Plex Media Server to prevent file conflicts. Copy your backup files into the Plex data directory, replacing the existing files if prompted. Restart the server and confirm that your libraries, metadata, user settings, playlists, and playback history have been restored correctly.