# Autosave Drafts in Sitejet Builder **URL:** \ **Category:** Feature Requests\ **Created:** [June 18, 2025, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.sitejet.io/t/autosave-drafts-in-sitejet-builder/4882 "2025-06-18T20:46:41Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 3\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Kalisperakichris](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex017/user_avatar/community.sitejet.io/kalisperakichris/32/3572_2.png) [@Kalisperakichris](https://community.sitejet.io/u/Kalisperakichris)\ **Post date:** [June 18, 2025, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.sitejet.io/t/autosave-drafts-in-sitejet-builder/4882/1 "2025-06-18T20:46:41Z")
Hi Sitejet Team 👋 It would be incredibly helpful to have an **autosave feature** within the Sitejet Builder. Right now, any accidental browser refresh, crash, or timeout can result in lost work — which can be really frustrating when building complex sections or working on client sites. **Suggested behavior:** - Automatically save changes every 30–60 seconds in the background. - Show a small “Last saved X seconds ago” notice. - Ideally keep **version history** or snapshots we can revert to if needed. This would be a major productivity booster and add some peace of mind — especially for teams or freelancers working quickly. Would love to see this added! Thanks 🙏 ---
**Author:** ![Smad\_L\_Amoreaux](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/b9e5f3/32.png) [@Smad\_L\_Amoreaux](https://community.sitejet.io/u/Smad_L_Amoreaux)\ **Post date:** [June 22, 2025, 3:09am UTC](https://community.sitejet.io/t/autosave-drafts-in-sitejet-builder/4882/2 "2025-06-22T03:09:24Z")
**Accessing and Using the Backup Manager** - **Open the Backup Manager:** - Click the burger menu (three horizontal lines at the top left of the editor). - Select “Backups” from the menu that appears on the left. - **View Available Backups:** - The Backup Manager displays a list of all available backups. - The most recent backup (including automatic saves) is always at the top of the list. - **Restore a Backup:** - Click the “Restore” button next to the backup you want to use. - A dialog will open, allowing you to select which components to restore (e.g., website, specific collections). - Check the boxes for the elements you wish to restore. - Click “OK” to confirm. - **Wait for Restoration:** - The editor will load the selected backup version. Do not close your browser tab during this process. ## **How Automatic Saves Work** - **Frequency:** - Automatic backups are created every 5–10 minutes while you are actively editing in the website editor. - These backups are snapshots of your website at a specific point in time. - **Retention:** - The system retains the last backup of each hour for the last 24 hours, the last backup of each day for the last 7 days, and the last backup of each week for the last 52 weeks. - If the maximum of 400 backups is reached, the oldest version is deleted. - **Manual Backups:** - You can also create and name manual backups at any time. - Manual backups are not deleted based on time intervals, but only when the maximum number of backups is exceeded. ---
**Author:** ![Kalisperakichris](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/flex017/user_avatar/community.sitejet.io/kalisperakichris/32/3572_2.png) [@Kalisperakichris](https://community.sitejet.io/u/Kalisperakichris)\ **Post date:** [June 22, 2025, 2:45pm UTC](https://community.sitejet.io/t/autosave-drafts-in-sitejet-builder/4882/3 "2025-06-22T14:45:54Z")
Hi @Smad_L_Amoreaux **thanks a lot for the detailed reply!** Thanks so much for the detailed reply and the breakdown on how the Backup Manager and autosave system works — that was super helpful to see! 🙏 It’s great to know that automatic backups are already happening every 5–10 minutes in the background while we edit. The layered retention system (hourly, daily, weekly) is also a thoughtful touch for long-term project safety. Major kudos for already having that in place! 🚀 That said, I think there’s still a bit of room to **fine-tune the experience** , especially when it comes to **real-time peace of mind** during editing. In modern builders like **Webflow** or **Framer** , autosaves typically happen every 30 seconds or less — and they often display a small “Saved X seconds ago” message. This tiny UX detail makes a _huge_ difference when working on client projects, complex sections, or when you’re moving quickly and want to avoid any guesswork about what’s saved. ### A few ideas that could make Sitejet even smoother: - ✨ **Shorten the autosave window** to every 30–60 seconds (from 5–10 minutes) so less progress is lost if something goes wrong. - 👀 **Add a subtle “Last saved…” indicator** somewhere in the UI, just to reassure users that things are safely stored. - 🗂 **Optional version labels or tags** for backups could help with organization — especially useful when handing off or iterating with teams. I know these might sound like small touches, but they really add up to a smoother and more confident building experience. Thanks again for taking the time to listen and for the awesome work we can do with Sitejet. Loving the direction — just wanted to share this feedback in case it’s helpful as the platform continues improving 💪