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Acronis
Backup
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Acronis / Backup Software
Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office
Local and cloud backup with ransomware-protection monitoring.
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS
- Billing model
- Subscription
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Overview
Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office automates backups to a local drive, network location, or Acronis cloud storage, and includes active ransomware-protection monitoring alongside the backup engine.
Cloud storage allowance and device count depend on the specific plan tier purchased — confirm the current plan details on the manufacturer's page before buying.
Key features
- Automated local and cloud backup
- Ransomware-protection monitoring
- Full-disk image and file-level restore options
System requirements
- Windows or macOS (exact minimums set by publisher)
- Internet connection required for cloud backup and activation
Check the publisher’s website for the current minimum requirements.
Choosing 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.
- 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.
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.