Does Navicat need to be running in order for schedule tasks to work?

Apply OS: Windows, macOS, Linux

Apply Navicat Product: All

Apply Navicat Version No.: Version 12 or above

Navicat does not need to be running or connecting to the database in order for the schedule backup to work. However, please ensure the password must be saved in Connection window before running your schedule backup.

1. In Navicat, right-click your connection and select Edit Connection.
2. Under each tab, enable Save Password.