---
title: "Performs an ad-hoc backup of the Database"
method: POST
path: "/api/Server/backup-db"
tags: ["Server"]
---

# Performs an ad-hoc backup of the Database

`POST /api/Server/backup-db`

## Request

- Base URL: `http://localhost:5000`
- URL: `http://localhost:5000/api/Server/backup-db`
- Auth: API key in header `x-api-key`

## Response `200`

OK

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