EnterpriseDB/barman

Barman is a backup and recovery management tool for PostgreSQL that enables remote backups of multiple database servers in business-critical environments. The tool addresses the need for reliable disaster recovery by allowing organizations to perform centralized backups across distributed PostgreSQL instances, reducing operational risk and supporting database administrators during recovery operations.

Barman works by managing remote backups of PostgreSQL servers and facilitating the recovery process when needed. It is designed to handle the complexity of backing up multiple servers in environments where data loss poses significant business risk. The tool is written in Python and operates as a command-line administration utility that coordinates backup and recovery workflows across your PostgreSQL infrastructure.

Organizations running PostgreSQL in production environments where downtime and data loss carry high costs should consider Barman. It suits teams managing multiple PostgreSQL instances that need centralized backup coordination and recovery capabilities. The tool is particularly valuable for database administrators who need to automate and standardize backup procedures across their infrastructure while maintaining the ability to recover quickly from failures.

The project maintains active development with regular updates to its codebase. The repository includes comprehensive documentation through tutorial and manual pages, unit tests covering the codebase, and auxiliary scripts supporting core functionality. The tool is maintained by EnterpriseDB and distributed under the GNU General Public License, with professional support available through EnterpriseDB's commercial offerings alongside community support channels.