Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the BackupPilot.
What is BackupPilot?
BackupPilot is a public tools hub for backup, recovery, Microsoft 365, SQL, and infrastructure readiness tools. It includes browser-based workflows that generate local diagnostic scripts, which you run yourself before reviewing the result in the UI.
Is this an official Veeam tool?
No. This is an unofficial diagnostic/readiness tool developed by Spenvest Lab. It does not replace official vendor documentation or support guidance.
Does this tool store customer data?
No. The tool is frontend-only with no backend or database. The diagnostic script writes a JSON file locally, and the analysis happens entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded automatically or stored on a server.
Do I need to install an agent?
No agent is required. You run a single PowerShell script on the target server; there is nothing to install or leave behind.
Why does the script run locally?
Readiness checks need real system, SQL, port, and service information from the actual server. Running locally keeps credentials on your machine, avoids collecting passwords, and means no data leaves your environment unless you choose to share the result.
Which tools are available today?
The current featured tool is the Veeam ONE Upgrade Readiness Checker. More backup, Microsoft 365, SQL, and infrastructure tools are planned.
Can I use this before a Veeam ONE upgrade?
Yes. The Veeam ONE Upgrade Readiness Checker covers SQL Server requirements, ports, services, system requirements, and common upgrade blockers before you begin.
Will VBR and VB365 checks be added later?
Yes, they are on the roadmap — including VBR pre-upgrade, VB365 pre-install and object storage validation, repository validation, Microsoft 365 permission validation, and VMware/vCenter connectivity validation.