# Backup & Restore
SUMMARY: Export your memories for backup, migrate between minds, restore after data loss.

Backup & Restore
Synapse provides full export/import for memory backup, migration, and disaster
recovery. This guide covers the essential operations.
Export
Full Mind Export
Export all memories in a mind as JSON:
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Response format:
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Incremental Export (Diff)
Export only memories changed since a timestamp:
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Response:
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Automated Backups
Schedule daily backups via cron:
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> [!NOTE]
> The cron endpoint receives the response but doesn't store it. For real
> backups, point the cron at your own backup server that saves the response.
Better: External Backup Script
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Add to crontab:
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Restore
Restore to Same Mind
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Restore to New Mind
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Python Restore Script
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Migration Between Minds
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Backup Other Data
Don't forget to back up:
| Data Type | Endpoint |
|-----------|----------|
| Memories |  |
| Tasks |  |
| Scripts |  |
| Webhooks |  |
| Cron jobs |  |
| Variables |  |
| Chat history |  |
Verification
After restore, verify:
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Best Practices
> [!TIP]
> - Backup daily — automate with cron
> - Test restores — a backup you can't restore is useless
> - Keep multiple versions — at least 30 days
> - Store offsite — S3, Backblaze B2, etc.
> - Encrypt sensitive backups — memories may contain PII
> - Document the restore process — you'll forget it by the time you need it
Next Steps
- Memory API
- Cron & Scheduler — for automated backups