cPanel backup metadata file

[crshep]

Since the update I noticed when WHM backups all accounts it now leaves 2 files for backups

testaccount-=-meta
testaccount.tar.gz

So what is the meta one for?
Do I need it?
Can it be shut off and in not saved if not needed?

Thanks

 

[rpvw]

Please see:

Metadata for Backups - Version 66 Documentation - cPanel Documentation
SOLVED - Backup meta files appeared after latest upgrade to v.66

 

[crshep]

Please see:

Metadata for Backups - Version 66 Documentation - cPanel Documentation
SOLVED - Backup meta files appeared after latest upgrade to v.66

Thanks did a search in the forums under backup and didn't see this post. Anyway thanks

 

[cPanelMichael]

Hello,

Those threads should help to explain the purpose of the metadata files. Let us know if you have any additional questions.

Thank you.

 

[crshep]

Thanks Michael Are you the same Michael that used to be in charge or at least worked with "cpgs" when cpanel offered it?

Just curious is all?

 

[cPanelMichael]

Thanks Michael Are you the same Michael that used to be in charge or at least worked with "cpgs" when cpanel offered it?

Just curious is all?

Hi Charles,

No, not the same Michael (there have been a few of us).

Thanks!

 

[Infopro]

Thanks Michael Are you the same Michael that used to be in charge or at least worked with "cpgs" when cpanel offered it?

Just curious is all?

You may be thinking of @Darren.