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Backup & Restore → Delete Scheduled Backup
AI-generatedOverview
This node interacts with the Homebridge API to delete a scheduled backup. It is useful in scenarios where users want to manage their Homebridge backups by removing specific scheduled backups that are no longer needed or were created by mistake. For example, a user can automate the cleanup of old or redundant backups to maintain storage efficiency.
Use Case Examples
- Deleting a scheduled backup by specifying its Backup ID and providing an access token for authentication.
- Automating backup management by integrating this node into a workflow that periodically removes outdated scheduled backups.
Properties
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Access Token | Access token from Login operation used for authentication. If not connected to a Login node, it must be entered manually. |
| Backup ID | The unique identifier of the scheduled backup to be deleted. This is a required field. |
| Request Options | Additional request options such as batching, SSL certificate validation, proxy settings, and timeout configuration to customize the HTTP request behavior. |
Output
JSON
success- Indicates whether the scheduled backup was successfully deleted (true or false).message- Additional information or error message related to the deletion operation.
Dependencies
- Homebridge API access with an access token for authentication.
Troubleshooting
- Ensure the Access Token is valid and has the necessary permissions to delete scheduled backups; otherwise, authentication errors will occur.
- Verify the Backup ID is correct and corresponds to an existing scheduled backup; an invalid ID will result in a failure to delete.
- Check network connectivity and proxy settings if requests fail or time out.
- If SSL certificate validation issues occur, consider enabling the option to ignore SSL issues, but be aware of security risks.
Links
- Homebridge API Documentation - Official documentation for the Homebridge API, including backup and restore operations.