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How to edit or delete a scheduled backup?

How to Edit Backup Job Files, Folders, and Scheduling with OpticalBackup If you need to modify the list of files and folders or adjust the scheduling of a backup job, follow these simple steps: Select the backup job from your list of tasks. Click on “Properties” to access the wizard, allowing you to easily update…

How to search and recover the files?

Recovering Backup Files with OpticalBackup All backup file recoveries are securely handled through your personal OpticalBackup dashboard on the web. This ensures your data remains protected and accessible at all times. To access your backup files, simply log into your account and click on the “Backups & Recovery” button located in the side menu. This…

How to schedule a regular backup using the desktop App?

How to Schedule Automatic Backups with the OpticalBackup Desktop App Setting up scheduled backups using the OpticalBackup desktop app is the only step you need to ensure your files are regularly and safely backed up without constant worry. With a simple four-step configuration, you can automate your backup tasks and enjoy peace of mind. Let’s…

How to install the desktop App?

Simplify Your Backups with the OpticalBackup Desktop App With the OpticalBackup Desktop App, manual backups are a thing of the past. You no longer need to spend time selecting and uploading files to protect your data. Available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, our app takes care of everything in the background, so you can enjoy…

How to do automated backups?

Automate Your Backups with OpticalBackup’s Desktop App With automated backups, you no longer need to worry about manually selecting and uploading files to OpticalBackup every time you want to safeguard your data. Our Desktop App, available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, handles all your backups seamlessly in the background, ensuring zero effort on your part….

How do I recover files?

How to Recover Your Files with OpticalBackup When it comes to recovering your files, OpticalBackup provides two straightforward methods. You can either search for a specific file using the search box (see our tutorial on How to Search for a Specific File) or browse through your containers to locate the files you need. This underscores…

How to search for a specific file?

Easily Search and Locate Your Files with OpticalBackup Searching for and locating your files stored on OpticalBackup’s optical disks is simple, whether you’re on a shipping or non-shipping plan. Our system ensures that your data is always accessible, giving you peace of mind when managing your backups. To find your files, you can search by…

How to create a file container?

How to Create a File Container with OpticalBackup Creating a file container is one of the primary tasks of OpticalBackup. When you upload your files, they are securely recorded onto optical disks organized into containers. Think of it as placing your files into an office drawer and closing it for safekeeping. These disks can either…

How to suspend a team member?

How to Permanently Remove Access for a Team Member in OpticalBackup If you need to permanently remove a team member’s access to your OpticalBackup account, follow these simple steps: Navigate to the Team Members section by clicking the button in the main menu.   In the team member record list, locate the team member you…

How to suspend a team member?

How to Temporarily Suspend Access for a Team Member in OpticalBackup If you need to temporarily suspend a team member’s access to your OpticalBackup account, follow these steps: Navigate to the Team Members section by clicking the Team Members button on the main menu. In the team member record list, locate the name of the…