Backup plan builder (3-2-1)

The 3-2-1 Backup Rule is a simple but powerful strategy to protect your data: keep 3 copies of your files, on 2 different types of storage, with 1 copy stored off-site. It guards against accidental deletion, hardware failure, theft, or disasters.


This quick planning tool helps you map out where your copies live, identify weak spots, and take practical steps to get as close to full 3-2-1 compliance as possible so your data stays safe, no matter what happens. Answer a few quick questions and get a clear, step-by-step backup plan. nothing is saved.

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