There are several options to delete old backup files automatically in SQL Server:ĭelete old database backup files automatically in SQL Server using a SQL Server Agent Jobĭelete old database backup files automatically in SQL Server using a SQL Server Maintenance planĭelete old database backup files automatically in SQL Server using SQL Server Agent:įor this option, the SQL Server Agent service must be installed and running. This can be done manually or automatically. Old database backups are in many cases unnecessary, and it is often prudent to delete those backups to increase available storage. However, strategies relying on frequent backups, although part of a sound strategy, can start causing issues when available storage space becomes limited. Automated backup and restore strategies ensure the recovery plan is successful. While working with a number of databases, creating a recovery plan can be challenging, especially if we want a foolproof design.
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