Automating server restarts or backups is a great way to improve performance and protect your Minecraft Bedrock server’s data. Most panels allow you to schedule these tasks using a built-in scheduler. ✅
⛏️ 1. Why Schedule Backups and Restarts?
- ✔️ Regular restarts help clear memory and reduce lag
- ✔️ Backups protect your world in case of crashes or file corruption
- ✔️ Automating both saves time and keeps your server running smoothly
➕ 2. Access the Scheduler
- ➡️ Log into your control panel
- ➡️ Select your server, then go to Schedules or Tasks
- ➡️ Click Create Schedule or Add Task
✔️ If you don’t see the scheduler option, check with your host to ensure it's enabled for your account.
⏰ 3. Schedule a Server Restart
- ➡️ Set the time and frequency (daily, every X hours, etc.)
- ➡️ Choose the action: Restart Server
- ➡️ Save the task
✔️ Many server owners restart nightly to avoid performance drops during the day.
⚔️ 4. Schedule a Server Backup
- ➡️ Create a new task and choose the action: Backup Files or Run Backup
- ➡️ Select which files or directories to include (e.g.
worlds/) - ➡️ Set the backup frequency and time
✔️ Make sure to monitor storage usage — frequent backups can add up quickly.
➡️ For help with installation, see our guides on installing addons and plugins. ✅
Need help setting up your tasks? Submit a support ticket and we’ll walk you through it. ✔️
