Tools for saving cloud data securely.
Tools for saving cloud data securely.
Hello, I’m working on a Mac and have two backup drives—one for my TimeMachine and another for personal files. I’ve been worried about how exposed these data are to physical damage or loss. Are there any cloud backup solutions you use? Would you suggest using such applications? Please let me know, thanks!
I haven’t used it personally, yet I’ve heard positive reviews about Backblaze. At around $5 a month, your data stays fully encrypted, and you have access to unlimited storage. Definitely worth considering, at least in that regard.
Most options can handle what you need. Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Backblaze, and CrashPlan are solid choices, but trust depends on your preferences. If you're comfortable with commands, you could build your own server—cheap plans start around $25 a year for 50GB VPS on budgetvm.com. This setup can offer better security, especially when using rsync over SSH (encrypted). There are many tutorials on configuring your own backup server. You might install btsync to sync and back up data securely. It’s not as robust as SSH but still encrypted. Feel free to ask more questions.
Sure, I can clarify the current top encryption methods. Most modern systems rely on strong algorithms like AES-256 and ChaCha20 for data protection. For secure communication, TLS 1.3 is widely adopted. It's important to choose encryption that matches your security needs and stays updated with the latest standards.
AES256 offers strong protection. All data exchanged stays secure, though server safety remains uncertain. You might encrypt files before uploading with tools like 7-zip or EncFS. If you store them in the 7z archive and add a password, AES256 will handle the encryption. How confident are your technical abilities? I’m familiar with a solid method using EncFS.
This method provides a secure backup by saving encrypted files on Dropbox, protected by your password. The service generates an encrypted file system that is then uploaded to Dropbox, ensuring data safety. Without the correct password, accessing the files becomes impossible. Losing the password means losing access to everything stored. Restoring from a Dropbox account won't recover what's been deleted.
With Encfs, only encrypted files are visible in Dropbox. They’d have to recognize you’re using Encfs and provide the associated password or key to access the data. Apologies for the delayed response—no emails were sent when others replied. I need to make sure this is resolved.