22-25 April 2026

Best Practices for SQL Database Backup Configuration, Immutability, and Ransomware Protection

Proposed session for SQLBits 2026

TL; DR

Learn best practices for Azure SQL Database backup configuration and ransomware protection. Explore PITR and LTR strategies, backup immutability, and deletion safeguards to ensure compliance and resilience. Gain actionable insights to secure data, prevent tampering, and maintain business continuity.

Session Details

Learn best practices for Azure SQL Database backup configuration and ransomware protection. Explore PITR and LTR strategies, backup immutability, and deletion safeguards to ensure compliance and resilience. Gain actionable insights to secure data, prevent tampering, and maintain business continuity.

3 things you'll get out of this session

• Configure PITR and LTR backup strategies for compliance and resilience • Implement backup immutability and deletion safeguards against ransomware • Secure data and maintain business continuity with actionable best practices