Protect your encrypted files with regular backups and know how to recover if needed.
Creating a Vault Backup
- Open Activate Security Document Vault
- Go to Settings → Backup
- Click "Create Backup"
- Choose backup location (external drive recommended)
- Wait for backup to complete
Backup Best Practices
- Weekly Backups: For frequently updated vaults
- External Storage: USB drive or external hard drive
- Multiple Locations: Keep 2+ backup copies
- Test Restores: Verify backups work periodically
Restoring from Backup
- Install Activate Security if needed
- Open Document Vault
- Click "Restore from Backup"
- Select backup file
- Enter vault password
- Wait for restoration to complete
Important: You need your vault password to restore backups. Store password separately from backup files.
Cloud Backup Options
You can backup encrypted vault files to cloud storage:
- Files remain encrypted in cloud
- Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive supported
- Password still required to access
- Automatic sync possible