Backup Software
Backup software automates copying your files to a secondary location — local drive, network storage, or the cloud — so they can be restored after accidental deletion, hardware failure, or a ransomware incident. It's a complement to security software, not a substitute for it.
Editorial summary: software features, plans, and system requirements change often. Use these overviews to compare the basics, then confirm current details on the publisher’s official website.
What to look for in backup software
- Check included cloud storage allowance versus your actual data volume before relying on a plan's default storage tier.
- Confirm whether the plan backs up a single device or multiple, and which platforms are supported.
Backup Software frequently asked questions
Is backup software a replacement for antivirus?
No — backup software helps you recover files after loss or an incident; it doesn't detect or block malware. Many people run backup software alongside antivirus or a security suite rather than instead of it.