# PVE-BackupServer — Proxmox Backup Server Manager

> Proxmox Backup Server Manager (iPhone/iPad app by Jan Hendrik Ellermann.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pve-backupserver/id6813033479 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jan Hendrik Ellermann](https://appshunter.io/developer/6792108448)
- Category: Utilities, Developer Tools
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2026-10-02
- Data updated: 2026-10-29

## What is PVE?

PVE-BackupServer is the native client for Proxmox Backup Server. Monitor datastores, snapshots, and jobs directly from the app — whether at home on your LAN or remotely via VPN.

DASHBOARD
All key metrics at a glance: CPU usage, memory, uptime, and PBS version. Always know how your backup server is performing.

DATASTORES
Overview of all datastores with current usage, used and available storage. Namespace support for structured backup organization.

SNAPSHOTS & BACKUP GROUPS
All backups with hostname, type, and date at a glance. Groups with readable names, verify individual snapshots or delete them selectively.

JOBS
Backup jobs and prune jobs at a glance. Status of the last run, next scheduled execution, and direct execution from within the app.

TASK LOGS
Full logs of running and completed tasks in real time. Spot errors immediately without SSH or the web interface.

DISKS & SMART
Overview of all disks with model, type, size, health status (PASSED/FAILED), wearout, and temperature. React to failures early.

AI ASSISTANT
Built-in AI assistant with support for Claude (Anthropic), ChatGPT (OpenAI), and local LLMs (OpenAI-compatible). Ask questions about your PBS environment, trigger jobs or verify datastores — all by voice or text.

Critical actions (start backup, verify, garbage collection) are always protected by a confirmation prompt.

PUSH NOTIFICATIONS
Get notified about failed backup jobs and completed tasks — always up to date without opening the app.

HOME SCREEN WIDGET
Shows the fill level of your datastores directly on the Home Screen — as a small or medium widget.

SECURE & PRIVATE
API tokens and credentials are stored encrypted in the iOS Keychain. No data is shared with third parties. Supports self-signed certificates and custom ports.

COMPATIBILITY
- Proxmox Backup Server 2.x and 3.x
- Token authentication (API Token)
- Username/password authentication
- Self-signed certificates (fingerprint pinning)

## Is PVE safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess PVE.

## Is PVE legit?

PVE-BackupServer appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for PVE is 65 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2026-10-28

• New: AI assistant — manage your Proxmox Backup Server via chat or voice. Backup jobs, datastores, nodes, and more.
• New: MCP server support — connect the assistant to your own MCP servers and extend it with custom tools.
• Safe: write actions require your confirmation.
• Stability and security improvements.

### 1.1 — 2026-10-06

- Google Gemini added as a new AI provider 
- Delete servers directly from the overview (trash button on donut cards)
- Confirmation dialog before deleting a server

### 1.0 — 2026-10-02

No release notes.

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All apps by Jan Hendrik Ellermann: https://appshunter.io/developer/6792108448

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