Backup Guide for Seniors
Protect photos and documents forever.
iPhone backup
iCloud. $0.99/month for 50 GB. Auto-runs nightly when plugged in.
Android backup
Google One. 100 GB for $1.99/month. Auto-runs.
Mac backup
Time Machine. $80 external drive. Plug in. Set forget. Auto-saves hourly.
PC backup
Windows Backup is free. Or Backblaze ($9/month) for unlimited cloud.
3-2-1 rule
- 3 copies of important files
- 2 different types of storage
- 1 copy off-site (cloud)
Test backup yearly
Try restoring a single photo. Make sure backup actually works.
Quick Tip: Photos of grandkids matter most. Pay for cloud backup. Worth every penny.