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# Connecting the VPS

## Connecting Your Server to Backup Flows

This guide explains how to connect your server (Linux or Windows) to Backup Flows using the official agent.

### Requirements

Before starting, ensure you have:

* A VPS or dedicated server
* Administrator (Windows) or root/sudo (Linux) access
* An active Backup Flows account
* Your agent token from the dashboard

***

### Linux (Ubuntu / Debian)

#### Step 1: Install the Agent

Run the following command in your terminal:

```bash
curl -s https://api.backupflows.com/install.sh | bash
```

#### Step 2: Authenticate the Agent

```bash
backupflows-agent login --token YOUR_TOKEN
```

***

### Windows Server

#### Step 1: Download the Agent

Download the latest version from:

<https://api.backupflows.com/agent/windows/latest>

#### Step 2: Run the Agent

Open Command Prompt or PowerShell and run:

```powershell
backupflows-agent.exe login --token YOUR_TOKEN
```

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### Verification

After logging in, your server should appear in the Backup Flows dashboard.

If it does not appear:

* Check your internet connection
* Verify the token is correct
* Ensure the agent is running properly

***

### Next Steps

Once connected, you can:

* Configure backup jobs
* Schedule automatic backups
* Monitor server status
* Manage backups from the dashboard

***

### Security Note

Keep your agent token secure. Do not share it publicly or store it in unsecured locations.


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