velero
About velero
Velero is a tool for backing up and restoring Kubernetes cluster resources and persistent volumes. It supports both public cloud platforms and on-premises environments. The software enables users to create backups of their clusters, restore them in case of data loss, migrate resources between clusters, and replicate production clusters for development and testing purposes.
Velero consists of two main components: a server that runs on the Kubernetes cluster and a command-line client that operates locally. It is designed to work with various Kubernetes versions and supports IPv4, IPv6, and dual-stack environments.
Key features
- Back up Kubernetes cluster resources and persistent volumes
- Restore cluster resources in case of loss
- Migrate resources between Kubernetes clusters
- Replicate production clusters for development and testing
- Supports IPv4, IPv6, and dual-stack environments
Download v1.18.2
Jun 26, 2026WindowsWindows
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Frequently asked questions
- Is velero free?
- Yes. velero is free and open-source software, distributed under the Apache-2.0 license.
- Which platforms does velero support?
- velero provides downloads for Windows, macOS, Linux.
- What is the latest version of velero?
- The latest version is v1.18.2, released on Jun 26, 2026.
- What is Velero used for?
- Velero is used for backing up and restoring Kubernetes cluster resources and persistent volumes, migrating resources between clusters, and replicating production clusters for development and testing.
- How does Velero work?
- Velero consists of a server that runs on the Kubernetes cluster and a command-line client that operates locally. The server handles the backup and restore operations, while the client is used to manage these operations.
- What platforms does Velero support?
- Velero supports both public cloud platforms and on-premises environments. It is compatible with various Kubernetes versions and supports IPv4, IPv6, and dual-stack environments.
- Where can I find Velero documentation?
- The Velero documentation provides a getting started guide, information about building from source, architecture, extending Velero, and more. It is available on the Velero website.
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