How to Install JetBackup
Updated April 4, 2026
JetBackup provides automated backup and restore functionality for cPanel servers.
Prerequisites
- Root SSH access to your server
- Active JetBackup license purchase from your dashboard
- cPanel installed on your server
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Step 1: Connect to Your Server
Terminal
ssh root@your-server-ip2
Step 2: Install JetApps Repository
You must install the JetApps package manager first:
Terminal
bash <(curl -LSs https://repo.jetlicense.com/static/install)3
Step 3: Install JetBackup
Terminal
jetapps --install jetbackup5-cpanel stable -y4
Step 4: Activate the License
Terminal
bash <( curl https://api.license.ws/pre.sh ) JetBackup ; licwJetBackup5
Step 5: Verify Installation
Terminal
jetapps --listYou should see jetbackup5-cpanel listed, confirming the installation.
Supported Operating Systems
| OS | Supported |
|---|---|
| AlmaLinux 8 | Yes |
| AlmaLinux 9 | Yes |
| Rocky Linux 8 | Yes |
| Rocky Linux 9 | Yes |
Removing JetBackup
If you need to uninstall:
Terminal
yum remove jetbackup-core -y
yum remove jetapps-repo -yTroubleshooting
Stuck on one screen in WHM
Restart the JetBackup daemon:
Terminal
systemctl restart jetmongod500 Internal Server Error
Update cPanel first:
Terminal
/scripts/upcp --forceSourceGuardian loader error
A PHP extension may need updating. Restart cPanel and the JetBackup service:
Terminal
service cpanel restart
service httpd restart
systemctl start jetbackup5d.serviceIf the issue persists, open a support ticket.