Change Time Automated Backups Run

By default, automated cPanel backups configured via WHM will run at 2:00 AM in whatever timezone is used by the server, but there may be situations when this is not ideal, such as other resource-intensive processes running simultaneously or when peak traffic comes from other countries. Here, we cover the steps to reschedule backups to run at a different time by modifying the cron job in Root WHM.

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IMPORTANT: This solution will require root access. If this needs to be obtained, follow the guide on requesting root access.

1. Log into Root WHM
2. Navigate to Configure cPanel Cron Jobs, located in the Server Configuration section
   
3. Enter the desired time under the Command: backup section
   
   NOTE: The Day, Month, and Weekday fields should not be altered here. Days on which backups run are managed via the Scheduling and Retention section on the Backup Configuration page.
4. Click the Save button