A step-by-step guide to automating PostgreSQL database backups on Railway using a one-click Node.js template. Covers setting up an AWS S3 bucket, creating an IAM user with appropriate permissions, configuring environment variables, and deploying the backup service. Backups run on a configurable cron schedule (default: daily at 5 AM UTC) and can be restored using pg_restore.

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Table of ContentsPrerequisitesDeploying the templateRestoring data from the backupClosing

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