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Backups

Data Management

Encryption at Rest Ransomware Data Retention Disaster Recovery (DR)

Extra copies of important data so you can recover after problems.

Definition

Backups are copies of your data stored separately so you can restore it if something goes wrong.

In plain English Extra copies of important data so you can recover after problems.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Backups help you recover from ransomware, mistakes, or device loss without losing important (and private) information.

Example

Example: A company backs up its database daily and restores it after an incident.

Apps Using Backups

Examples of apps that implement or relate to this privacy concept

Filen logo

Filen

Privacy Score: 83

Filen is a secure cloud storage for your files and backups. It helps you keep more control over y...

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MEGA logo

MEGA

Privacy Score: 74

MEGA is a secure cloud storage for your files and backups. It helps you keep more control over yo...

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Nextcloud logo

Nextcloud

Privacy Score: 85

Nextcloud is a secure cloud storage for your files and backups. It helps you keep more control ov...

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Proton Drive logo

Proton Drive

Privacy Score: 89

Proton Drive is a secure cloud storage for your files and backups. It helps you keep more control...

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VeraCrypt logo

VeraCrypt

Privacy Score: 90

VeraCrypt is a tool for encrypting your files. It helps you keep more control over your data.

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Internxt logo

Internxt

Privacy Score: 81

Internxt is a secure cloud storage for your files and backups. It helps you keep more control ove...

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