Data Backup
There’s an old saying among IT professionals that a file doesn’t really exist unless it’s stored in at least two places. Drive failures, power outages, and other disasters can wreak havoc on your files unless you’ve got a proper backup. Ensure that your data is secured with our unbiased reviews of the best data backup software available.
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Data Backup Software Buying Guides

Best Disk Cloning & Imaging Software
Even if you’re not a tech expert, creating a bootable backup copy of your hard drive is a sensible safety precaution.
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The Best Backup Software for Mac
A backup routine should be part of everyone's life. If you choose the right app, set it up thoughtfully, it shouldn't be a burden.
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The Best Backup Drive for Mac
One hard drive solution won’t suit everyone. We list backup drives that offer the best value for money for Mac users.
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Best Backup Software for Windows 10
Afraid of losing your data? Read our unbiased reviews of the best PC backup software and rest easy knowing your files are safe.
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The Best External SSD for Mac
Portable SSDs are easy to take with you, offering the best combination of portability and performance.
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The Best Online/Cloud Backup Services
Online backup services automatically upload your documents to secure cloud storage, access anywhere, 24-7.
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Data Backup Software Reviews

Acronis True Image Review
If you're looking for a simple backup solution that offers great flexibility, Acronis True Image is an excellent choice.
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iDrive Review
iDrive is the best option for most people who need to back up multiple Macs, PCs and mobile devices.
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Backblaze Review
Backblaze is the best option for most Mac and Windows users. However, it’s not the best solution for everyone.
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Compare Data Backup Software

IDrive vs. Backblaze
IDrive and Backblaze are two popular and effective cloud backup services.
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IDrive vs. Carbonite
IDrive and Carbonite are two excellent cloud backup providers. But in most cases, IDrive has the upper hand.
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Backblaze vs. Carbonite
Backblaze and Carbonite offer affordable, secure cloud backup plans that will suit most users.
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Backblaze vs. Dropbox
Backblaze and Dropbox approach cloud storage from very different directions.
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Data Backup Software Tips & Guides

6 Cloud Backup Alternatives to Carbonite
Carbonite offers several cloud backup plans at reasonably affordable prices. However, some options offer more value at a lower price.
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11 Alternatives to Acronis True Image
True Image can be expensive, especially if you have more than one computer. That alone may be enough reason to at least consider the alternatives.
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How to Speed up iCloud Backup
The first time you back up, all of your data and settings are transferred to iCloud. That part can be time-consuming.
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How to Back up iPhone to Google Drive
Apple provides its own tightly integrated backup solution, but you may want to consider backing up to Google Drive as well.
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How to Speed up Time Machine Backup
Fortunately, there are various ways to speed up a Time Machine backup. We outline them for you below.
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How to Back up Android Phone Before Factory Reset
A factory reset will put your Android phone back to the same state it was in when you bought it.
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How to Back up Data on SD Card
Various ways to back up your SD card, including how to back it up to your computer’s hard drive and cloud storage.
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8 Alternatives to Apple’s Time Machine Backup Application
When Apple realized that many Mac users weren't doing data backup regularly, they created Time Machine.
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How to Back up iPhone with Broken Screen?
We’ll cover four different backup methods in detail that will help you keep your phone’s contents safe.
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How to Download ALL Photos from Facebook
After testing a handful of web tools and extensions, here is a list of methods that still work to backup Facebook photos and videos fast.
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How Long Does It Take to Back Up iPhone to iCloud?
Expect your first backup to take at least an hour (it’s better to allow for several hours), then 1-10 minutes each day.
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7 Windows Alternatives to Carbon Copy Cloner
There is currently no Carbon Copy Cloner for Windows, and the maker Bombich Software doesn't plan to launch a PC version.
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How to Use Seagate Backup Plus on Mac?
If you’re a Mac user, do yourself a favor and ignore the software that came with the drive.
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7 CrashPlan Alternatives for Home Offices
Sometimes even your backup plan needs a backup, as users of CrashPlan Home have discovered not long ago.
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How to Format or Partition an External Hard Drive for Mac
We show you how to format an external drive to a Mac-compatible file system: Mac OS Extended (Journaled).
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How to Back up Mac to an External Drive with Time Machine
Do you want to back up the entire Mac data to an external hard drive? I'm going to show you how to do it with Time Machine.
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