Using Nginx as a REST Backend for Restic Backups I recently switched to Restic for backing up my servers due to its simplicity and encryption features. While Restic supports various backends, I was particularly interested in its REST API compatibility. Instead of deploying a dedicated REST server like Rest Server (the Go-based implementation), I wondered if Nginx—already running on my systems—could handle the task. Turns out, it can! The Setup: Append-Only vs.