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Can I download snapshot from DigitalOcean?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 1:30 pm

DigitalOcean offers a snapshot service that lets you take a copy of your Droplet’s current state. This is useful if you need to revert to a previous state, or if you want to share a Droplet with someone else.

To use the snapshot service, first create a Droplet. Next, use the droplet’s admin panel to create a snapshot.

Finally, use the snapshot’s URL to access it.

While the snapshot is active, the Droplet will not be available for use. If you need to use the Droplet, you will need to delete the snapshot before doing so.

PRO TIP: Please be aware that downloading snapshots from DigitalOcean is only possible if you have an active subscription with them. If you cancel your subscription, you will no longer be able to download snapshots.

The snapshot service is convenient, but it does have some limitations. For example, the snapshot will not include data that was changed after the snapshot was created.

Additionally, the snapshot will not include Droplets that are in the process of being deleted.

Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

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