Backup SSH destination

Remote SSH host, port, username, and absolute remote path for backup runs.

Settingbackup_ssh_host

Backup SSH destination

Remote SSH server that receives backup files.

Where to find it

Admin → Backup → Remote SSH destination

Field Key Notes
SSH host backup_ssh_host Hostname or IP only (no ssh://, no user@, no path)
SSH port backup_ssh_port Empty = 22
SSH username backup_ssh_user Required for schedule/run
Remote backup path backup_ssh_path Absolute path, e.g. /home/backup/xfileultra

Use Test connection with the values on screen, then Save so scheduled jobs use them.

On production, the host must resolve to a public IPv4 (private/reserved addresses are blocked).

Common problems

Host field includes username or path

Paste only the hostname/IP. Put user and path in their own fields.

Permission denied on remote path

Remote user cannot write that directory - fix ownership on the backup server.

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