🎮 MinecraftBackup_Docker - Simple Automated Backups for Your Game

🚀 Getting Started

Welcome to MinecraftBackup_Docker! This application helps you automate backups for your Minecraft Java server. It makes sure your worlds are safe and sound, all while using Docker.

📋 Requirements

Before you get started, ensure you have the following:

• A computer that runs Windows, macOS, or Linux.
• Docker installed on your system. If you don’t have it yet, you can download it from Docker’s official site.
• Basic knowledge of command line interfaces would be helpful, but not required.

📥 Download & Install

To get MinecraftBackup_Docker, visit this page to download:

Download MinecraftBackup_Docker Release

Once you're on the Releases page, look for the latest version and click the appropriate file for your operating system.

🛠️ Setting Up MinecraftBackup_Docker

1. After downloading, extract the files to a new folder on your computer.

2. Open your command line interface (Terminal for macOS/Linux, Command Prompt for Windows).

3. Navigate to the folder where you extracted the files using the cd command.

   Example:

   cd path/to/your/folder

4. Start the application using Docker by running the following command:

   docker-compose up -d

📆 Configuration

MinecraftBackup_Docker comes configured to work seamlessly with the itzg/minecraft-server image. Here’s how to set it up:

1. Open the docker-compose.yml file in a text editor.

2. Edit the SERVER_NAME and BACKUP_INTERVAL settings to suit your needs. For example, if you'd like daily backups:

   environment:
     BACKUP_INTERVAL: "24h"

3. Save the file once you have made your changes.

💾 Using MinecraftBackup_Docker

Once everything is set up, MinecraftBackup_Docker will handle backups automatically. Here’s what it does:

• Periodic Autosaves: Your worlds will save at intervals you define.
• Graceful Shutdown Backups: Before shutting down, it will save your worlds to ensure no data is lost.
• Scheduled Full Backups: Enjoy the peace of mind that your entire world is backed up regularly.

📑 Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues, check these common problems:

• Docker isn’t running: Ensure that Docker Desktop is active.
• Permission issues: Run your command line interface as an administrator.
• Configuration errors: Double-check the settings in the docker-compose.yml file to ensure everything is correct.

📞 Support

For additional help, feel free to check out our community support channels on GitHub. You can also file issues or ask questions directly on the repository.

⚙️ Features Summary

• Automation of Minecraft backups using Docker.
• Optional configuration for backup intervals.
• Compatibility with the official itzg/minecraft-server image.
• Periodic autosaves and graceful shutdown backups.

🔗 Additional Resources

• Docker Documentation
• Minecraft Server Documentation

📬 Links

Don’t forget to visit the releases page to download the latest version:

Download MinecraftBackup_Docker Release