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diff --git a/content/actions/how-tos/manage-runners/larger-runners/use-larger-runners.md b/content/actions/how-tos/manage-runners/larger-runners/use-larger-runners.md
@@ -42,9 +42,6 @@ Use the labels in the table below to run your workflows on the corresponding mac
 
 {% data reusables.actions.larger-runners-table %}
 
-> [!NOTE]
-> For macOS {% data variables.actions.hosted_runner %}s, the `-latest` runner label uses the macOS 12 runner image. For macOS Xlarge, the `-latest` runner label uses the macOS 13 runner image
-
 {% endmac %}
 
 {% ifversion repository-actions-runners %}

diff --git a/...thub-enterprise-server/about-the-backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server.md b/...thub-enterprise-server/about-the-backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server.md
@@ -12,7 +12,9 @@ topics:
   - Infrastructure
 ---
 
+{% ifversion ghes < 3.20 %}
 >[!NOTE] {% data variables.product.prodname_enterprise_backup_service %} is currently in {% data variables.release-phases.public_preview %} and subject to change. The service is available at no additional cost and will remain free.
+{% endif %}
 
 ## About the {% data variables.product.prodname_enterprise_backup_service %}
 
@@ -29,7 +31,9 @@ Compared to the legacy backup utilities, the {% data variables.product.prodname_
 * Doesn’t require a separate host for backup software.
 * Stores backups on a dedicated storage volume directly accessible by your instance.
 
+{% ifversion ghes < 3.20 %}
 >[!NOTE] {% data variables.product.prodname_enterprise_backup_service %} is currently only supported on standalone instances and high availability primary nodes. Cluster configurations and replica nodes are not yet supported.
+{% endif %}
 
 ## How does the backup service differ from a High Availability replica?
 
@@ -47,8 +51,7 @@ The backup service is a disaster recovery solution. It captures full, timestampe
 
 ## Further reading
 
-* [AUTOTITLE](/admin/backing-up-and-restoring-your-instance/configuring-backups-on-your-instance)
-* [About {% data variables.product.prodname_enterprise_backup_utilities %}](https://github.com/github/backup-utils#readme)
-* [AUTOTITLE](/admin/configuration/configuring-your-enterprise/accessing-the-administrative-shell-ssh)
-* [AUTOTITLE](/admin/configuration/configuring-your-enterprise/enabling-and-scheduling-maintenance-mode)
-* [AUTOTITLE](/admin/github-actions/advanced-configuration-and-troubleshooting/backing-up-and-restoring-github-enterprise-server-with-github-actions-enabled)
+* [AUTOTITLE](/admin/backing-up-and-restoring-your-instance/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/understanding-the-backup-service)
+* [AUTOTITLE](/admin/backing-up-and-restoring-your-instance/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/configuring-the-backup-service)
+* [AUTOTITLE](/admin/backing-up-and-restoring-your-instance/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/restoring-from-a-backup)
+* [AUTOTITLE](/admin/backing-up-and-restoring-your-instance/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/restoring-with-github-actions-enabled)
diff --git a/...ervice-for-github-enterprise-server/backup-from-replica-in-high-availability.md b/...ervice-for-github-enterprise-server/backup-from-replica-in-high-availability.md
@@ -0,0 +1,30 @@
+---
+title: Backup from replica in high availability
+shortTitle: Backup from replica
+intro: 'Enable backup from a high availability replica node.'
+versions:
+  ghes: '> 3.19'
+type: how_to
+topics:
+  - Backups
+---
+
+## Configuring backups from a replica node
+
+For high availability, you can designate a replica node as your backup server. To minimize latency, {% data variables.product.github %} recommends picking a replica node in the same region or datacenter as your primary node.
+
+> [!IMPORTANT] 
+> Backups from cache replica nodes or active geo replica nodes are not supported.
+
+To configure your backup server, run the following commands, replacing `HOSTNAME` with the hostname of the node:
+
+```shell
+ghe-config cluster.HOSTNAME.backup-server true
+
+ghe-config-apply
+```
+
+You can now run `ghe-backup` directly on your replica node.
+
+> [!WARNING]
+> Due to the latency between primary and replica nodes, you may lose data when backing up from a replica node.
diff --git a/...stance/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/backup-in-clustering-mode.md b/...stance/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/backup-in-clustering-mode.md
@@ -0,0 +1,21 @@
+---
+title: Backup in clustering mode
+shortTitle: Backup in clustering
+intro: 'Enable backup from a node in cluster.'
+versions:
+  ghes: '> 3.19'
+type: how_to
+topics:
+  - Backups
+---
+
+## Configuring backups from a cluster node
+
+For clustering, you can designate a node as your backup server. To minimize latency, {% data variables.product.github %} recommends picking a data node (for example, a `mysql-server` node or a `git-server` node) instead of a frontend node.
+
+> [!IMPORTANT] 
+> Only one node can be specified as a `backup-server` node.
+
+1. To configure your backup server, set up a backup disk on one of the cluster nodes of your choice. See [AUTOTITLE](/admin/backing-up-and-restoring-your-instance/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/configuring-the-backup-service).
+
+1. After `ghe-storage-init-backup` is executed, the `backup-server` role will be set on this cluster node. You can now run `ghe-backup` directly on this node, or use the management console to schedule backups.
diff --git a/...service-for-github-enterprise-server/configuring-remote-archives-for-backups.md b/...service-for-github-enterprise-server/configuring-remote-archives-for-backups.md
@@ -0,0 +1,41 @@
+---
+title: Configuring remote archives for backups
+shortTitle: Configure remote archives
+intro: 'Enable a remote archive for backups through SSH.'
+versions:
+  ghes: '> 3.19'
+type: how_to
+topics:
+  - Backups
+---
+
+If you are running {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} on a cloud platform or virtualization platform that supports disk snapshots, we recommend that you use snapshots to archive your backup disk, and recreate a new backup disk for testing, restoring, or disaster recovery purposes. However, if your infrastructure does not support disk snapshots or similar solutions, you can setup a {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} backup archive on a remote {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} appliance for data replication and restoration purposes.
+
+## Set up a remote archive destination
+
+Remote archives are required to be saved on a backup disk of a {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} appliance, which is used as a staging or testing {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} appliance. Follow these steps to configure remote backup archives.
+
+1. Set up a backup disk on a remote {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} appliance. See [AUTOTITLE](/admin/backing-up-and-restoring-your-instance/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/configuring-the-backup-service).
+1. From the production appliance, run the following command to initiate configuration and display the SSH public key that needs to be added to the remote {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} appliance:
+
+   ```bash
+   ghe-backup-remote-add <hostname-or-ip-of-remote-appliance>
+   ```
+
+   This command will print a public SSH key that you need to add to the remote {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} environment through the management console.
+1. After the SSH key has been added to the remote {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} appliance, run the same command again to complete the configuration:
+
+   ```bash
+   ghe-backup-remote-add <hostname-or-ip-of-remote-appliance>
+   ```
+
+   It will display "Done: Configured remote backup archive destination host to <hostname-or-ip-of-remote-appliance>." A {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} configuration `ghe-config backup.remote-archive-destination-host` will be set.
+1. After that, any successful invocation of `ghe-backup` will sync the latest backup to this remote archive destination in the background, displaying a message like "Uploading backup data to remote host <hostname-or-ip-of-remote-appliance> in background...".
+
+### Manually sync a snapshot
+
+To push the current snapshot immediately without taking a new backup, you can manually run: `/usr/local/share/github-backup/ghe-backup-remote-archive`.
+
+### Limitations
+
+{% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} remote backup archives are archived via SSH and are limited by your network and I/O. We recommend using disk snapshots whenever your infrastructure allows, instead of remote archives.
diff --git a/...e/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/configuring-the-backup-service.md b/...e/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/configuring-the-backup-service.md
@@ -87,6 +87,35 @@ If you're using a dedicated block device as your backup target, you need to init
     From {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} 3.17.4 onward, the script is installed in PATH so you can run it directly using: `ghe-storage-init-backup /dev/YOUR_DEVICE_NAME`.
     {% endif %}
 
+
+#### Detach a backup disk
+
+> [!WARNING]
+> Before detaching a backup disk, ensure that no backups or restores are currently in progress. Detaching a disk while it is in use can result in data loss or service interruption.
+
+In case you need to detach backup disk from {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %}, please use following steps
+
+1. List block devices and unmount `/data/backup`.
+
+    ```bash
+    sudo lsblk
+    sudo umount /data/backup
+    ```
+
+1. List logical volumes and deactivate logical volume.
+
+    ```bash
+    sudo lvs
+    sudo lvchange -an <backup_VG>/<backup_LV>
+    ```
+
+1. Detach disk using console or CLI provided by cloud provider or hypervisor.
+1. Remove mount point.
+
+    ```bash
+    sudo rmdir /data/backup
+    ```
+
 #### Reusing a previously initialized disk
 
 If the device was already initialized using `ghe-storage-init-backup`, you can reuse it without reformatting:
@@ -110,7 +139,7 @@ If the device was already initialized using `ghe-storage-init-backup`, you can r
 
 ### Configuring backup settings
 
-After the backup target is mounted, the Backup Service page will become available in the {% data variables.enterprise.management_console %}. {% ifversion ghes > 3.19 %} If your instance is part of a clustered environment, the system will automatically detect the node that was initialized with `ghe-storage-init-backup` and treat it as the backup server. {% endif %}
+After the backup target is mounted, the Backup Service page will become available in the {% data variables.enterprise.management_console %} in the "Backup" section. {% ifversion ghes > 3.19 %} If your instance is part of a clustered environment, the system will automatically detect the node that was initialized with `ghe-storage-init-backup` and treat it as the backup server. {% endif %}
 
 >[!NOTE] The settings page won’t appear until the backup storage is mounted at `/data/backup` by completing the initialization or mount steps above.
 
@@ -125,36 +154,30 @@ If you're migrating from {% data variables.product.prodname_enterprise_backup_ut
 
    Use the `--dry-run` flag to preview changes without applying them.
 
-#### Scheduling automated backups
-
-Once the service is configured, you can define a backup schedule.
-
-1. In the {% data variables.enterprise.management_console %}, open the "Backups" tab from the top menu.
-1. In the "Backup Schedule" section, choose a predefined schedule (e.g., Daily) or enter a custom cron expression.
-1. Click **Save** to apply the changes.
-
-The first run will be a full backup. Future runs will be incremental. If a new backup attempt starts while a previous one is still running, it may be skipped or fail. In that case, adjust the schedule to avoid overlap.
-
 {% ifversion ghes > 3.19 %}
+#### Take a backup
 
-### Configuring backups from a replica node
+Once the service is configured, you can take a backup manually using the following steps:
 
-For high availability, you can designate a replica node as your backup server. To minimize latency, {% data variables.product.github %} recommends picking a replica node in the same region or datacenter as your primary node.
-
-> [!IMPORTANT] 
-> Backups from cache replica nodes or active geo replica nodes are not supported.
-
-To configure your backup server, run the following commands, replacing `HOSTNAME` with the hostname of the node:
+1. In the {% data variables.enterprise.management_console %}, open the "Backups" tab from the top menu.
+1. Click **Backup Now**.
 
-```shell
-ghe-config cluster.HOSTNAME.backup-server true
+A {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_server %} backup will be taken, and displayed in a list.
 
-ghe-config-apply
-```
+{% endif %}
 
-You can now run `ghe-backup` directly on your replica node.
+#### Scheduling automated backups
 
-> [!WARNING]
-> Due to the latency between primary and replica nodes, you may lose data when backing up from a replica node.
+Once the service is configured, you can define a backup schedule.
 
+{% ifversion ghes > 3.19 %}
+1. In the {% data variables.enterprise.management_console %}, open the "Settings" tab from the top menu.
+1. In the "Backup" section, choose a predefined schedule (e.g., Daily) or enter a custom cron expression.
+1. Click **Save settings** to apply the changes.
+{% else %}
+1. In the {% data variables.enterprise.management_console %}, open the "Backups" tab from the top menu.
+1. In the "Backup Schedule" section, choose a predefined schedule (e.g., Daily) or enter a custom cron expression.
+1. Click **Save** to apply the changes.
 {% endif %}
+
+The first run will be a full backup. Future runs will be incremental. If a new backup attempt starts while a previous one is still running, it may be skipped or fail. In that case, adjust the schedule to avoid overlap.
diff --git a/...nd-restoring-your-instance/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/index.md b/...nd-restoring-your-instance/backup-service-for-github-enterprise-server/index.md
@@ -12,6 +12,9 @@ children:
   - /configuring-the-backup-service
   - /creating-and-monitoring-backups
   - /restoring-from-a-backup
+  - /configuring-remote-archives-for-backups
+  - /backup-from-replica-in-high-availability
+  - /backup-in-clustering-mode
   - /restoring-with-github-actions-enabled
   - /backup-service-settings-reference
   - /understanding-the-snapshot-file-structure

diff --git a/content/admin/managing-your-enterprise-account/creating-an-enterprise-account.md b/content/admin/managing-your-enterprise-account/creating-an-enterprise-account.md
@@ -15,14 +15,13 @@ redirect_from:
   - /admin/overview/creating-an-enterprise-account
 ---
 
-<!-- expires 2026-01-30 -->
+<!-- expires 2027-01-30 -->
 
-<!-- When this expires, check with the stakeholder for release #4079 on whether or not the content is still needed -->
-<!-- If the content is no longer needed, delete this entire article and all links to it. -->
+<!-- When this expires, check with the stakeholder for release #4079 on whether or not the content is still needed. See https://github.com/github/releases/issues/4079#issuecomment-3954280272 for context. If the content is no longer needed, delete this entire article and all links to it. -->
 
 {% data reusables.enterprise.single-organizations-enterprise-migration %}
 
-<!-- end expires 2026-01-30 -->
+<!-- end expires 2027-01-30 -->
 
 ## When should I create an enterprise account?
 

diff --git a/content/billing/concepts/budgets-and-alerts.md b/content/billing/concepts/budgets-and-alerts.md
@@ -15,8 +15,6 @@ Budgets and alerts allow you to track spending on metered products for your ente
 
 By setting a monthly budget, you can monitor your spending and receive notifications by email when your spending exceeds certain preset percentages of your budget threshold. This can help you stay within your budget and avoid overspending.
 
-{% data reusables.billing.migrated-budgets %}
-
 ## Stopping usage
 
 For license-based products such as {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %}, {% data variables.product.prodname_AS %}, {% data variables.product.prodname_team %}, and {% data variables.product.prodname_enterprise %}, setting a budget does not prevent usage over the budget amount but does provide alerts.

diff --git a/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/git-lfs.md b/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/git-lfs.md
@@ -125,8 +125,6 @@ In this example, you would pay for 1.5 GiB of additional storage for the month o
 
 {% data reusables.billing.default-over-quota-behavior %}
 
-{% data reusables.billing.migrated-budgets %}
-
 ## Further reading
 
 * [AUTOTITLE](/repositories/working-with-files/managing-large-files/about-git-large-file-storage)

diff --git a/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/github-actions.md b/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/github-actions.md
@@ -165,8 +165,6 @@ For cached storage, billing charts and reports show only the cost of usage beyon
 
 {% data reusables.billing.default-over-quota-behavior %}
 
-{% data reusables.billing.migrated-budgets %}
-
 ## Further reading
 
 * [AUTOTITLE](/actions/get-started/understand-github-actions)

diff --git a/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/github-codespaces.md b/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/github-codespaces.md
@@ -136,8 +136,6 @@ A {% data variables.enterprise.prodname_managed_user %} cannot be the billable o
 
 {% data reusables.billing.default-over-quota-behavior %}
 
-{% data reusables.billing.migrated-budgets %}
-
 {% data reusables.codespaces.exporting-changes %}
 
 ## Further reading

diff --git a/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/github-copilot-premium-requests.md b/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/github-copilot-premium-requests.md
@@ -111,8 +111,6 @@ You can set budgets at the organization, enterprise, or cost center level. If yo
 
 For detailed setup instructions, see [AUTOTITLE](/billing/tutorials/set-up-budgets).
 
-{% data reusables.copilot.zero-budget-changes-link %}
-
 ## Monitoring usage
 
 * Track your monthly usage in your IDE, in {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} settings on {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %}, or by downloading a usage report.

diff --git a/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/github-models.md b/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/github-models.md
@@ -112,8 +112,6 @@ Enterprises and organizations can opt in to paid usage to access expanded model
 
 Enterprises, organizations and personal accounts may have default budgets to limit spending. Check the budgets for your account to ensure they are appropriate for your usage needs.
 
-{% data reusables.billing.migrated-budgets %}
-
 For more information, see [AUTOTITLE](/billing/managing-your-billing/using-budgets-control-spending).
 
 ## Further reading

diff --git a/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/github-packages.md b/content/billing/concepts/product-billing/github-packages.md
@@ -120,8 +120,6 @@ The projected 1.6 GB of storage usage for the month would not exceed your 2 GB l
 
 {% data reusables.billing.default-over-quota-behavior %}
 
-{% data reusables.billing.migrated-budgets %}
-
 ## Further reading
 
 * [AUTOTITLE](/packages/learn-github-packages/introduction-to-github-packages)

diff --git a/content/billing/get-started/introduction-to-billing.md b/content/billing/get-started/introduction-to-billing.md
@@ -9,6 +9,7 @@ redirect_from:
   - /billing/using-the-new-billing-platform/about-the-new-billing-platform
   - /billing/using-the-new-billing-platform/getting-started-with-the-new-billing-platform
   - /billing/managing-your-billing/about-the-new-billing-platform
+  - /billing/reference/previous-billing-platform-endpoints
 topics:
   - Billing
   - Personal account

diff --git a/content/billing/reference/index.md b/content/billing/reference/index.md
@@ -23,6 +23,5 @@ children:
   - /product-usage-included
   - /roles-for-visual-studio
   - /supported-payment-methods
-  - /previous-billing-platform-endpoints
 contentType: reference
 ---