Let's discuss some general methods for making backups in MySQL Database. There are many instances where the MySQL File can be corrupted, and some of the reasons for MySQL data being lost are:
- If you are using the “killall -9 mysqld” command to shut down the server and killing all the ongoing MySQL processes.
- Improper or abrupt shutdown of the MySQL database server due to a power cut.
- Making changes with the data files, especially under the feet of mysqld
- Internal error in MySQL database server can be caused due to many reasons.
- Virus Attack
Now, let's take a look at the methods to prevent MySQL Database. One such method is to keep the backups of the database files. In case you lose the files due to any of the above-stated reasons, you can get them back easily. So, some of the methods to keep the backup of MySQL files are described below.