Backups Made Simple

Learn the Basics of Backups

Don’t risk your favorite photos, footage, and files to data loss. Plan your backup, choose your SSD,

and start protecting your content.

How much do you need to back up?

The right SSD — and the right backup strategy with it — depends on how much content you want to save and what type of content you’re saving. For reference, 1TB1 of SSD storage can save one of the following types of content, up to2:

43,647 minutes of music3

138,178 photos4

150 movies5

1,935 mobile games6

900,000 minutes of podcasts7

It’s best practice to keep multiple backup files — where will you keep your backup?

It’s a good rule of thumb to keep three copies of your data, on two different form factors, and with one copy in another location.

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Copies of your data

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Different form factors

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Copy in another location

If you use the cloud for one copy of your data, you might want an external SSD to put on your desk so you can keep your backup on hand. Or you could opt for a portable SSD so you can help safely store your backup away from home — whether you’re traveling or just trying to be prepared. Portable SSDs have fast load speeds, which can help you get access to your data faster.

If you haven’t done a backup before, it’s never too late to start — plan to complete at least one backup on World Backup Day, which occurs annually on March 31.

How often do you want to back up your files?

If you want your files to back up automatically, you’ll want to look for options that stay plugged into your computer. Desktop SSDs might be the right choice, since they offer a high-capacity central point to back up data with the speed you need to access your data quickly.

If you only need to back up your data every so often — or don’t mind plugging in your drive every time you want to back up content from your host device — a portable SSD might be the right device for you. Portable SSDs are great for on-the-go-editing and portable backups.

Why is it important to back up your data?

If your files matter to you, giving them a backup is a smart move. Choosing the right SSD doesn’t have to be complicated — and a little prep today helps keep your memories and projects safe for the long run. Backing up your files prepares you against:

Hardware failure

Your favorite device won’t last forever. Make sure your files aren’t collateral damage.

Human error

Nobody’s perfect. Plan ahead, just in case you accidentally delete content you can’t do without.

Malware & ransomware

It’s estimated that, by 2031, a ransomware attack will occur every 2 seconds. Invest in backup now to avoid extortion later.

Third-party breaches

Cloud storage keeps your data somewhere else, on someone else’s server. Don’t put your entire backup in one basket.

Windows Backup with SSDs

When you buy one of our eligible SSDs, you’ll also get Acronis® True Image for Sandisk — a complete cyber protection solution that will back up and help secure your information.

You can use Acronis True Image on your Windows device to:

Back up documents, photos, and emails

Save content like music and movies

Archive your disk drive, including your operating system, applications, settings, and your most important data

Learn more about backing up your entire computer with Acronis True Image for Sandisk — or get help with installation.