# Full Backup Bundle Group all your server's backups into a single, manageable unit. A full backup bundle lets you combine multiple backup jobs — databases and files — into one cohesive package. Instead of managing each resource separately, you create a bundle that backs everything up together with shared schedules, storage, and retention settings. This is especially useful when you want complete coverage of a server or application stack. ## How bundles work A bundle is a container that holds multiple related backups. Each backup inside the bundle targets a specific resource (a MySQL database, a file directory), but they all share the same schedule and storage destination. When you create a full backup bundle, SimpleBackups creates individual backup jobs for each selected resource and groups them under a single bundle. You can then monitor, trigger, or manage all of them from one place. ## Creating a full backup bundle The video below walks you through creating a full backup bundle from start to finish.
Here is a summary of the steps: 1. Navigate to **Backups** and click **Create Backup** 2. Select **Full Backup** as the backup type 3. Choose the server you want to back up 4. Select the resources you want to include — databases, files, or both 5. Configure your schedule, storage destination, and retention policy 6. Click **Create** to generate the bundle SimpleBackups creates a backup job for each selected resource and groups them into a single bundle. All jobs inherit the shared configuration you defined. **Shared configuration:** All backups in a bundle share the same schedule, storage, and retention settings. If you need different schedules for specific resources, create them as separate backups instead. ## Managing your bundles Once created, your bundle appears in the backup list as a grouped entry. From there you can: - **View all backups** inside the bundle at a glance - **Trigger the entire bundle** to run all backups immediately - **Monitor logs** for each individual backup within the bundle - **Edit shared settings** like schedule or storage for the whole group ## When to use bundles Bundles are the right choice when you need full coverage of a server or application. A typical bundle might include a database backup and a file backup for your application code. If you only need to back up a single resource, a standard backup job is simpler. Bundles shine when you want to ensure that all parts of your infrastructure are backed up together on the same cadence. - [Stack Discovery](https://simplebackups.com/docs/stack-discovery/overview): Automatically discover resources on your server and create bundles from discovered items. - [Backup Storage](https://simplebackups.com/docs/getting-started/features/backup-storage): Learn about the storage destinations available for your backups.