Sufficient privileges to modify backup settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nImplementation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Step 1:<\/strong> Log in to the WHM panel.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 2:<\/strong> Please click on Backup Configuration<\/code><\/strong> under the Backup<\/code><\/strong> section.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStep 3:<\/strong> Please scroll down to the Scheduling and Retention<\/code><\/strong> section on this page. You can enter the number of backups that you wish to retain under the Retention<\/code><\/strong> section.<\/p>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n By adjusting the backup retention settings in WHM, you can better manage server storage usage while maintaining the required number of backup restore points. Regularly reviewing backup retention policies helps optimize disk space and ensures reliable backup management.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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