Where Does Kavita Store Data?
Kavita's /kavita/config volume with SQLite plus library mounts you must not mix up.
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Kavita separates state from media strictly. The /kavita/config volume holds the SQLite database, accounts, progress and settings, while /manga, /comics and /books mount your libraries read mostly as is.
The config path must stay exactly /kavita/config inside the container. Back up that volume plus media folders, and restores land cleanly on any host.
Where Kavita stores this, by platform
/kavita/config
Container path for DB and settings; map host dir like ./data:/kavita/config. Libraries separately at /manga, /comics, /books. LinuxServer variant uses /config plus /data instead.
Frequently asked questions
What do I back up for Kavita?
The config volume with SQLite plus your media folders. Config alone restores accounts and progress but no books; media alone restores files but no progress.
Can I rename /kavita/config to something else?
No. The image requires that exact container path. Change only the host side of the mount.
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