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Version: 3.0.0-alpha (Diátaxis)

Velero

velero (Object) — Required​

Description​

The velero field contains the main configuration of the cluster’s backup and restoration system. It allows enabling Velero and defining its deployment parameters.

Example​

velero:
  enabled: true
  valuesOverride:
    velero:
      configuration:
        backupStorageLocation:
          provider: aws

enabled (boolean) — Required​

Description​

Indicates whether Velero is enabled (true) or disabled (false). When enabled, Velero deploys its components (server, controllers, and CRDs) to manage backups and restores.

Example​

enabled: true

valuesOverride (Object) — Required​

Description​

The valuesOverride field allows overriding the default values of the Velero deployment. It is used to configure storage parameters, automated schedules, cloud providers, and security or resource options.

Example​

valuesOverride:
  velero:
    configuration:
      backupStorageLocation:
        provider: aws
        bucket: velero-backups
        config:
          region: eu-west-3
    schedules:
      daily:
        schedule: "0 2 * * *"
        template:
          ttl: 240h

💡 Best Practices​

  • Enable enabled: true to ensure regular backups of critical cluster resources.
  • Use valuesOverride to adapt the configuration to your cloud provider or storage backend (AWS, GCP, Azure, MinIO, etc.).
  • Configure automatic schedules for recurring backups.
  • Regularly verify backup integrity and test restore procedures.
  • Restrict access to storage credentials to secure backup data.