How to Backup MySQL with Vinchin Backup & Recovery?

MySQL outages can stop business. Backups keep your data safe. This guide shows how to use Vinchin Backup & Recovery for simple, reliable MySQL backups and restores. Read on to protect your database.

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Updated by Jack Smith on 2025/09/03

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  • How to backup MySQL with Vinchin Backup & Recovery?

Every DBA and IT administrator knows how disruptive a database outage can be. One failed query, a hardware issue, or a ransomware attack can bring business operations to a halt. That’s why backing up MySQL is so important—it keeps your services available and safeguards your data.

How to backup MySQL with Vinchin Backup & Recovery?

Vinchin Backup & Recovery offers specialized protection for MySQL environments including MySQ 8.0.37/8.0.28/8.0.26/8.0.20/8.0.11/5.6.62/5.7.51/5.6.37. 

You can perform full backups and even transaction log backups for point-in-time recovery. This lets you restore your data to the exact second you need.

The process is straightforward whether you want to protect specific databases or the entire server. Simply install the lightweight Vinchin agent on your MySQL host—physical or virtual. Then, use the intuitive web console to create a Database Backup job in four easy steps:

Step 1. Select the MySQL database you want to protect

Select MySQL database to backup

Step 2. Choose where you want to store the backup

Select backup storage

Step 3. Configure your backup strategies

Select backup strategies

Step 4. Submit the job

Submit the job

If disaster strikes—a database crash or server failure—you can recover everything from these backups.

You can try all features free for 60 days with no risk. Clear documentation and responsive support engineers are ready to help, so you can start protecting vital data right away. Click the button below to download the installer and get started in just minutes.

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