Backups
What AntiRaid backs up, what it doesn't, and how to use the backup system.
Updated April 11, 2026
AntiRaid's backup system lets you take a snapshot of your server's structure and settings. If a raid, accidental deletion, or misconfiguration damages your server, you can restore from a backup and get back to normal quickly.
What's included in a backup
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Server settings | Name, icon, description, verification level, content filter, AFK channel/timeout, system channel, and other guild-level settings |
| Roles | All roles, including their names, colours, permissions, position, and whether they're hoisted or mentionable |
| Channels | All text, voice, category, forum, and announcement channels — including their permission overwrites, slowmode, topic, and NSFW status |
| Messages | A selection of recent messages, subject to Discord's API limits |
| Attachments | Files attached to backed-up messages, within reasonable storage limits |
What's not included
| Not backed up | Reason |
|---|---|
| Members | Discord doesn't allow bots to re-add members. A consent-based member backup feature is planned for the future. |
| Bots | Bot accounts cannot be added through the restore process. |
| New Discord features | Features released after the backup was taken may not be captured or restored correctly until support is added. |
Members are not restored
Restoring a backup will not bring back your members. Channel structure, roles, and permissions will be restored, but members must rejoin on their own.
Managing backups
Create a backupTake a full snapshot of your server.
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Restore a backupRoll back your server to a previous state.
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List backupsView all your saved snapshots.
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Delete a backupRemove old backups you no longer need.
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Best practices
- Take a backup before making large changes — before a server restructure, role audit, or permission overhaul, create a backup first.
- Keep multiple recent backups — don't rely on a single snapshot. Keep at least 2–3 so you can roll back further if needed.
- Test a restore in a test server — before you ever need it in an emergency, run through a restore so you know exactly what happens.