Don't be an April Fool.
Be prepared. Back up your files on March 31st.
What is backup? Take the pledgeBe prepared. Back up your files on March 31st.
What is backup? Take the pledgeA backup is a second copy of all your important files — for example, your family photos, home videos, documents and emails.
Instead of storing it all in one place (like your computer), you keep another copy of everything somewhere safe.
Alright, I get itLosing your files is way more common than you’d think.
Ever lost your phone, camera or tablet? That counts. Your stuff could have been saved with a backup.
One small accident or failure could destroy all the important stuff you care about.
Most people backup their files in one of two ways: to an external drive, or somewhere on the Internet.
It’s really easy, and you only need to set it up once!
You’ll need an external hard drive for this, preferably one that holds more than your computer can.
The good news is, they’re cheap!
Then click “Save settings and run backup”.
You’re all done! Windows will backup automatically from now on. Make sure you leave your hard drive plugged in, or if you’re on a laptop, set a reminder to plug it in often.
Congrats on setting up your first backup!
That was easy. Windows will backup all your files automatically from now on. Make sure you leave your hard drive plugged in - or at least plug it in often.
Congratulations on setting up your first backup!
First, plug in your USB hard drive. Then, follow the instructions below to start automatically backing up your Mac!
You’re done! Your Mac will back itself up automatically from now on. If you’re using a MacBook, make sure to plug in your hard drive regularly so it can save your files!
Every Linux distribution offers various tools to backup your data. We’ve posted the instructions for Ubuntu below.
That was easy. Ubuntu will backup all your files automatically from
now on. Make sure you leave your hard drive plugged in - or at least
plug it in often.
Congratulations on setting up your first backup!
A simple way to start saving your files to the internet is by using OneDrive, Dropbox, Google Drive, or even Amazon Cloud Drive to backup the most important things you’re working on right now.
These “online drives” usually don’t have too much space, and only backup one folder on your computer. However, this is great for students and businesspeople who need to keep their most important documents safe.
If you’d rather back up absolutely EVERYTHING (good on you!) - just search for “online backup reviews” on your favorite search engine. It can help you choose the service that’s right for you.
“I solemnly swear to backup my important documents and precious memories on March 31st.”
I will also tell my friends and family about World Backup Day - friends don't let friends go without a backup.
people have already taken the pledge (and counting!)