How Version History Works
Automatic Backups Every Hour
- A snapshot of your document is created every 60 minutes while you’re actively making changes
- After you make an edit, the system starts a timer
- If you continue making changes, a snapshot is automatically saved once one hour has passed
- The process then repeats: as long as you keep editing, new snapshots are created every hour
- You update a document at 10:00 AM → The timer starts
- You continue making changes until 11:00 AM → A backup is saved
- The timer resets and tracks your changes until 12:00 PM, when the next backup is saved
How to View Document Backups

Backup Retention by Plan
The number of days your document versions are available depends on your Craft subscription plan:| Plan | Version History Retention |
|---|---|
| Starter (Free) | 7 days |
| Plus, Family | 30 days |
| Team, Business | 180 days |
Troubleshooting
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