Backup

Backups for the example service cover both the application database and the object storage used for generated documents. Database snapshots are taken on a fixed schedule and replicated to a separate account so that a single compromised account cannot destroy both primary data and backups.

Object storage relies on versioning and lifecycle rules rather than a separate backup job, since every write already produces a new object version that can be restored independently.

Backup retention windows differ by environment: shorter for short-lived test environments, longer for the production tier. See the Configuration Item List section for the current retention values.