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CrashPlan

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Editors' Review

Download.com Staff Sep 15, 2014

CrashPlan is an innovative utility that allows you to back up your computer to another computer or to an external drive, either manually or on a schedule. If you have multiple computers in your household, you can back them up to one another, or you can back up to a friend's computer and invite them to do the same.

Pros

Backup options: Every time you use this program, you'll have several options for where you want to store your backup. You can send it to another computer by downloading the app to that computer and then logging in with the same account information you used on yours, you can backup to an external drive, or you can take advantage of the cloud storage available to paid users if you opt for that plan.

Automatic backups: You can configure this app to create automatic backups once a day. And if you're a paid user, you'll benefit from continuous backups, so if something does go wrong, you can quickly pick up right where you left off.

Cons

Confusing setup: This app doesn't boast the most accessible interface, making it a bit difficult to get the hang of at first. There is also no Help option, so novice users could really be stuck trying to make heads or tails of the available options and have a hard time taking full advantage of all program features.

Wireless complications: Backups completed through this program do take a long time. And because they're sent to the second computer wirelessly, the bandwidth use can interfere with other things you may want to do. You can work around these limitations a bit, but it does require some planning.

Bottom Line

CrashPlan is a good option for backing up your important files or entire computer, and it's nice to have the added options it provides. It's not perfect, and getting the hang of using the program can take some time, but it's worth checking out if you're in the market for new backup options. The free trial runs for 30 days and includes advanced features available in the paid plan only. After the trial period, you can continue to use the program for free with only basic features, or you can subscribe to the full-featured version for $5 per month for one computer or $12.50 per month for two to ten computers.

Full Specifications

What's new in version 4.8.0

Version 4.8.0 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

General

Release March 8, 2017
Date Added March 8, 2017
Version 4.8.0

Operating Systems

Operating Systems Windows 2003, Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows XP
Additional Requirements None

Popularity

Total Downloads 16,291
Downloads Last Week 1
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Developer's Description

Only CrashPlan offers local and online backup that's automatic, secure and cross-platform. Whether you need to back up one laptop at home or up to 10 for the family, CrashPlan delivers multi-destination protection that maximizes convenience, flexibility and rapid restores. It's free to back up locally and to friends and family, and it's just a few dollars a month for unlimited online backup with a CrashPlan Central subscription. Individual Unlimited Plan as low as $3.50/month. Family Unlimited Plan as low as $5/month.

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