If you are an existing Mozy user, Switch☨ to IDrive today at 90% off for the first year
The digital world is changing, and you need an online backup plan that changes with it. Instead of being locked to one machine with slow upload speeds, try a one-stop solution that lets you back up all of your devices - desktop, laptop, tablets, and smartphones - to a single account! We also offer faster backups with free IDrive Express physical drive uploads, and built-in syncing services so your data is with you wherever you are. IDrive is focused on the future, and is built to grow with your needs.
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Eleven-time Editors' Choice Winner!  4.5 out of 5 2015 - 2024 |
 3 out of 5 |
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Personal plans |
Starts at $99.50/year $69.65 first year (For multiple computers and smart phones) 5 TB backup |
Starts at $65.89 yearly (For 1 computer) 50 GB storage |
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Business plans |
Starts at $99.50/year $69.65 first year (For unlimited users, computers, servers and smart phones) 250 GB backup |
Starts at $153.78 yearly (For unlimited computers and servers) 10 GB storage |
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Multiple computer backup with basic plan |
Backup unlimited computers - PCs, Macs, and Linux devices to a single account |
Backup 1 computer per subscription |
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Snapshot-based restore |
Historical view of your data lets you perform point-in-time recovery |
Supports point-in-time recovery based on retention policies as per subscribed plans |
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Mobile backup |
Backup contacts, calendar, photos, videos and more with apps for iOS and Android |
Does not support mobile device backup |
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Server cloud backup |
Available for all IDrive plans, even for the FREE account |
No Oracle server backup
Offers SQL, SharePoint and Exchange server backup. Available only on select plans. |
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True archiving |
Data, once backed up, is never deleted even after it is removed from its original location on your computer, unless you delete it manually |
Backed up data deleted from the computer, is automatically deleted from the cloud account after 30/60/90 days, depending on the plan |
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Disk Clone |
Backup entire drive on your computer, including operating systems, with content and information structure intact |
Does not support disk clone |
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Drag-and-drop files for backup or restore |
Drag and drop files on the application to add them for backup; drag files from the application and drop anywhere on your computer to restore them |
You cannot drag and drop files for backup or restore |
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Create user accounts within your storage space |
Available only for business plans |
You cannot share your account storage space |
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Free physical data shipment |
IDrive Express is FREE - 1x a year for personal plans and 3x a year for businesses |
Data shuttle is always a paid service |
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Data encryption on transfer and storage |
Files are encrypted via 256-bit AES encryption with an optional private key. Online data transfers are secure with128-bit SSL links. |
Files are encrypted via personal 256-bit AES encryption key or Mozy-managed 448-bit Blowfish encryption key |
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Private key encryption |
A user-defined text string can be used to generate the 256-bit AES encryption key for encrypting all files |
The personal encryption key option uses 256-bit AES encryption |
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☨ The 90% offer is applicable for the first year only. You need to provide proof of your Mozy account.
Here's what the experts say:
IDrive® secures 11th consecutive PCMag Editors' choice award
IDrive® is fast, easy to set up, and simple to use-and you won't find a better price per terabyte for backing up your devices.
An excellent suite of tools for local and internet backups, with a ton of online backup space for a good price.
IDrive is easy to set up, and it backs up your files quickly. It offers flexible pricing, so you don’t overpay for storage you don’t need.
A Great Storage and Backup Combo.
IDrive gets even better with unlimited backups of your Google, Microsoft cloud.
Having reviewed IDrive’s online backup service several times over the years, I’m familiar with the company’s penchant for feature-rich efforts. And RemotePC, which can leverage IDrive for backup, is the most feature-laden remote desktop software on the planet. I like the attitude-if it can or should be done, let’s just do it.
As a pure storage solution for all of your mobile photography, this is easily the most affordable unlimited option we've seen. And with IDrive's strong track record in the cloud storage realm, it's also one that you can trust.
IDrive is a top-notch cloud storage service.
Effortless remote backup - A versatile and feature-rich hybrid backup solution that’s simple to use and perfectly priced for SMBs.
IDrive - The cheapest cloud storage service of 2020 for all your files. If all you care about is lots of storage on the cheap, this service can't be topped.
IDrive is like a checklist of everything most people could want from a cloud storage service. It's fast, incredibly simple to use, and it offers excellent security so you know your files are secure at all times.
Best overall choice thanks to a rock-bottom price.
IDrive's versatile and easy-to-use platform is packed with features and different ways to back up, store and recover your company's data, which is why we named it our best pick for small businesses.
IDrive is best for anyone who has multiple machines to back up.
Online backup for the person who wants everything; Backup, storage, sharing, local backup... IDrive does just about everything.