# Percona Backup for MongoDB documentation

Percona Backup for MongoDB (PBM) is an open source and distributed solution for consistent backups and restore of [MongoDB sharded clusters and replica sets](details/deployments.md). Read more [how PBM works](intro.md).

Make backups on a running server and restore your database to a specific point in time using the PBM command line interface. Alternatively, manage backups from a web interface [with PBM and Percona Monitoring and Management :octicons-link-external-16:](https://docs.percona.com/percona-monitoring-and-management/get-started/backup/index.html). 

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    This is the documentation for the latest release, **PBM {{release}}** ([Release Notes](release-notes/{{release}}.md)).

## What's in it for you?

* Data consistency across clusters and replica sets with [every supported backup type](features/backup-types.md)
* No notable performance nor operating degradation associated with PBM
* A variety of [supported storage types](details/storage-configuration.md) means no vendor lock-in
* Open source solution with [enterprise-grade features](features/comparison.md) 

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Ready to try out PBM? Get started quickly with the step-by-step installation instructions.

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Learn what you can do to maintain your backup strategy.

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Tweak PBM to effectively perform your day-to-day operations.

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Our comprehensive resources will help you overcome challenges, from everyday issues to specific doubts.

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