# The image-level backup does not work on Linux

## Issue

> The image-level backup of **Linux OS** doesn't work.

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## Cause

**Xopero ONE** supports image-level backups <mark style="color:red;">**only for Windows**</mark>. **Linux operating systems are not supported for this type of backup.**

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## Resolution

You will have to use a [file-level backup](https://helpcenter.xopero.com/xopero-one-en/backup-and-recovery/workstations-and-servers/file-level-backup) to protect your **Linux** device.