Verify Online Backups
Why
Regularly checking online backups ensures your data is properly protected and recoverable.
Action
- Log into your online backup service
- Check the last backup date and time
- Verify all important folders are included
- Review any backup failure notifications
- Perform a test restore of a few files
- Check available storage space
- Update backup settings if needed
- Ensure automatic backups are enabled
- Review and update backup schedule if necessary
Remember
A backup is only useful if it’s current and actually working. Regular verification is crucial for data protection.