Backrest
Backrest is a web-based backup solution powered by restic, offering an intuitive WebUI for easy repository management, snapshot browsing, and file restoration. It runs in the background, automating snapshot scheduling and repository maintenance. Built with Go, Backrest is a lightweight standalone binary with restic as its only dependency. It provides a secure and user-friendly way to manage backups while still allowing direct access to the restic CLI for advanced operations.
System Specifications & Architecture
Core Architectural Capabilities
Enterprise & Business Deployment Scenarios
Cost Optimization & Subscription Elimination
Replace recurring per-seat cloud SaaS fees by self-hosting Backrest on existing VPS or private cloud instances, achieving immediate infrastructure cost savings.
Target: Startups & Growing Tech Companies
Strict Data Sovereignty & Regulatory Compliance
Operate Backrest entirely within your private VPC boundaries. Ensure all intellectual property and sensitive customer records never leave company servers.
Target: Healthcare, Finance & GDPR/HIPAA Regulated Firms
White-Label & Custom Client Solutions
Deploy custom, branded instances of Backrest directly into your clients' environments as high-margin managed infrastructure services.
Target: Digital Agencies, DevOps & Systems Integrators
Private Internal Tooling Behind VPN
Host Backrest securely behind WireGuard, Tailscale, or Cloudflare Zero Trust without public exposure, providing safe, high-speed intranet tools for staff.
Target: Engineering, IT & Security Teams

