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docs: warn against copying sqlite db while rotki is running#121

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docs: warn against copying sqlite db while rotki is running#121
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@kelsos kelsos commented Apr 20, 2026

Summary

  • Adds a warning to the data directory page cautioning users not to copy the SQLite database files while rotki is running (WAL/journal writes can leave the copy inconsistent).
  • Points users to the in-app backup feature as the safe alternative.

Test plan

  • Verify the warning renders correctly on the data directory page
  • Verify the link to #database-info-user-database-backups resolves

Filesystem copies of an open SQLite database can capture an
inconsistent state due to pending WAL/journal writes. Point users
to the in-app backup feature as the safe alternative.
@kelsos kelsos force-pushed the docs/warn-sqlite-copy-while-running branch from 409d961 to a35a64b Compare April 20, 2026 10:56
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