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Backup Restore Drill Log
Having backups is not the same as having tested them. This page records when a restore was last tested and the recovery targets that go with it: the recovery point objective (RPO) and the recovery time objective (RTO), both in hours. It is for IT leads, CTOs and auditors who need a simple, dated record of backup readiness.
- OutputA drill note
- No sign-up
- Copy or print the result
- How it works ↓
Your entries stay in this browser. Use Fill example to see a finished page first.
What this technology tool gives you
The output shows whether a test date was entered, the date itself, the RPO and the RTO, with any missing item marked Still blank. A short note explains the two targets and reminds readers that the record does not prove the restore worked. Print it for an audit file or a quarterly IT review.
What you enter
- Last test date: when a restore was last tested (calendar date)
- RPO: how much data you can afford to lose, in hours
- RTO: how long you allow for recovery, in hours
Worked example
In the example, the last restore test was February 11, 2026, with an RPO of 24 hours and an RTO of 8 hours. The note shows Test date entered: Yes, Last test: February 11, 2026, RPO: 24 hours and RTO: 8 hours, followed by the reminder that the note does not prove the restore worked.
What does the backup drill note record?
There is no calculation. The tool checks whether a valid last test date was entered and shows Yes or No under Test date entered. RPO and RTO are optional numbers of zero or more; each is shown in hours or marked Still blank.
The tool does not calculate how long ago the test was, compare the targets with any measured result, or judge whether they are adequate. It records what you entered in a consistent, dated format.
Tips before you use the result
- Record the date of a real restore, not the date the backup job last ran.
- Time the restore during the drill and compare it with your RTO; if recovery took longer, the target is not met.
- Check the age of the restored data against your RPO; 24 hours means losing up to a day of work is acceptable.
- Keep the drill evidence, such as logs or screenshots, with this note; auditors usually ask for both.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between RPO and RTO?
RPO, the recovery point objective, is how much data you can afford to lose, measured as time since the last good backup. RTO, the recovery time objective, is how long you allow to get the service back. In the example, 24 hours of data loss and 8 hours of recovery are acceptable.
How often should backups be restore-tested?
The tool does not set a frequency; it records the date of the last test. Many organizations test at least yearly, and more often for critical systems or where auditors or regulators ask. Choose an interval your team can keep, and track the date here.
Does this tool verify my backups?
No. It records a test date and your targets. It does not connect to your backup system or check that a restore succeeded, and its note says so. The value is a clear record that makes a missing or old test hard to overlook.
Is the drill record saved between visits?
Yes, in this browser. The date and targets are kept locally on your device without an account, and they reappear when you return. For an audit trail, print the note or copy it into your IT documentation, since browser storage is not a system of record.
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Results depend on the figures you enter; check them against your own records before you rely on them. Last updated: October 2026 · Kurums editorial team.