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What is Cloudback for Open Source?
Focus on building great open-source software. Cloudback provides free, automated daily backups for your public GitHub repositories, safeguarding your code, issues, wikis, and more. Simply display our badge or link to join.
Eligibility Criteria
Your GitHub repository must meet these requirements to join:
Public Repository:
Clearly listed and publicly accessible on GitHub.Non-commercial Purpose:
Primarily supports non-commercial goals; commercial or enterprise-focused repositories don't qualify.Open-Source License:
Licensed under an OSI-approved license (e.g., MIT, Apache 2.0, GPL, BSD).Active Development:
Shows ongoing community engagement, regular commits, active maintainers, or significant user activity.
Already a Cloudback user?
If you currently use Cloudback and your project meets these criteria, you’re eligible for this free program. Contact our support team to update your subscription.
How to Apply
Getting started is simple:
Apply for Verification:
Submit your GitHub repository link via the application form below, or contact us via email or support chat. Verification typically takes 1–2 business days.Sign Up:
Install Cloudback in your GitHub account.Confirm and Activate:
Inform us once the installation is complete. We’ll then activate your free unlimited backups immediately.Add Badge or Link:
After verification, place the Cloudback badge in your GitHub README file, or a cloudback.it link on your project/company website.
Daily backups
Automatically back up your GitHub repositories daily without any manual effort.
Metadata protection
Protect more than code — preserve issues, PRs, comments, labels, etc.
Fast setup
Integrate with GitHub in minutes—no complicated configuration required.
Easy restores
Quickly restore your project’s data directly to GitHub with just a few clicks.
Regional storages
Stay compliant with regulations by selecting the storage location you need.
Use you own storage
Choose from a variety of backup storage options like Azure, AWS, and many more.
Data deduplication
Save a significant amount of cloud storage space and reduce operational costs.
Verified security
SOC2 Type II certified, ensuring your data is secure, and compliant.
Infrastructure as code
Automate your backup configurations using Terraform provider.
Compliance platforms
Vanta platform is supported. Drata integration is coming soon.
Bulk operations
Quickly configure settings for multiple repositories across several GitHub accounts.
Backup settings
Set up a custom backup schedule, storage, and retention policy.
Apply for Cloudback for Open Source
We support open-source projects with free GitHub backups. To qualify, just place our badge in your GitHub README or link to Cloudback.it from your project website.
Fill out the application form, we'll review your application within 1–2 business days and email you the next steps.
Disaster Recovery
Accidents happen, but losing your code doesn’t have to be one of them. Quickly restore your repositories from backups and get back on track after deletions, outages, or cyberattacks.
Metadata Protection
Your repository is more than just code — it’s the pull requests, issues, and comments that bring it to life. Backups ensure all metadata stays intact, preserving the full context of your projects.
Data Loss Prevention
Protect your repositories from accidental deletions, corruption, or malicious actions with secure, automated backups. Cloudback ensures your critical data is always recoverable, no matter the scenario.
Compliance Needs
Cloudback is SOC 2 certified, ensuring your backups meet industry-leading security and compliance standards. Automated backups help you stay compliant with regulations like GDPR and SOC 2 effortlessly.
Business Continuity
Protect your repositories from accidental deletions, corruption, or malicious actions with secure, automated backups. Cloudback ensures your critical data is always recoverable, no matter the scenario.
Optimize Costs
Manual recoveries and downtimes can be expensive. Automated backups can save time, reduce disruptions, and eliminate the need for costly data recovery efforts.
