Database backup restoration

Example workflows

Starting points built from this record, not transcripts of a run. Each prompt is written the way it should be sent, as one paragraph, and each is worth editing before you send it.

1. 01

   Stand it up from scratch

   You have read the record and want Database backup restoration working in a real project rather than a sandbox.

   Set up Database backup restoration in this project — restore your project database from daily backups effortlessly. Walk it end to end, tell me exactly what you changed, and flag anything I have to switch on myself before it works.

   Expected outcome

   A working setup, a plain list of what changed, and a short list of anything left for you to switch on. Check that list before assuming it is done.

2. 02

   Undo an accidental data change with a one-click restore

   The record lists this as one of the jobs Database backup restoration is meant for, so it is a fair first test of whether it fits your app.

   In this project, use Database backup restoration for undo an accidental data change with a one-click restore. Build the smallest version that a real user could complete end to end, keep the change scoped to that path, and tell me how to test it myself.

   Expected outcome

   One complete path a user can walk, the files and settings that changed, and the steps to test it. Walk it yourself before you ship it.

3. 03

   Review it before you publish

   Database backup restoration is wired in and you are about to put it in front of people. This is the pass that catches the half-configured version.

   Review how this project uses Database backup restoration before I publish. Check one-click database restoration and access to daily backup history, list anything that is missing, misconfigured, or only half wired, fix what is safe to fix, and tell me what you left alone and why.

   Expected outcome

   A findings list split into what was fixed and what was left, with a reason for each. Anything left alone is yours to decide on.

4. 04

   Recover from a bad migration using yesterday's daily backup

   A second job the record lists for Database backup restoration, useful once the first path works.

   Extend this project so Database backup restoration also covers recover from a bad migration using yesterday's daily backup. Reuse what is already wired rather than adding a parallel setup, and tell me what you reused and what is new.

   Expected outcome

   A second path built on the same setup, plus a note on what was shared and what was added.

Frequently asked

• What is Database backup restoration?

  Database backup restoration is Lovable's Cloud feature: Restore your project database from daily backups effortlessly. Users can now restore their Lovable Cloud project databases to recent daily backups without needing support intervention.

• Is Database backup restoration GA or in beta?

  Database backup restoration is generally available (GA) on Lovable.

• What Lovable plan includes Database backup restoration?

  Database backup restoration is available on all Lovable plans.

• When did Database backup restoration launch?

  Database backup restoration launched on May 18, 2026.

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