# Ashampoo Backup 2016

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Back up disk partitions and restore saved system data.

## Welcome to the Ashampoo family!

Backups can be restored either through the program or Windows Explorer and the emergency rescue application (on CD / DVD / BD or flash drive) will save you in the event of a total system failure. Although Ashampoo Backup 2016 requires very little system resources the application features automatic pausing whenever you need the full power of your PC. Permanent data verification furthermore ensures that no errors can creep in during the backup process. No technical knowledge is required, the program is intuitive and self-explanatory.

### The backup solution for everyone - easy, fast and secure

Ashampoo Backup 2016 is a user-friendly application that will backup and restore entire disk partitions, including operating systems. Automatic updates will keep your backups up to date while efficient compression technology will keep them small

#### What can I backup?

- Partitions and hard disks
- Windows Mail, calendar & contacts (App)
- Backup and restore entire Windows systems

## Install, customize, done

Ashampoo Backup 2016 covers all the essentials of backup creation and restoration. Simply select a disk partition, a target location and a time and you’re all set! From now on, Ashampoo Backup 2016 will backup your files securely in the background. Experience maximum safety with minimal effort, no technical knowledge required.

### Ready for emergencies

Restoring backups is just as easy as creating them. Restore your files with Ashampoo Backup 2016 or use the emergency disc / flash drive in the event of a total system failure to recover your data fast and securely. You can also view and restore individual files through Windows Explorer. It doesn’t get any easier than that!

#### Highly advanced backup technology

Thanks to incremental backup technology your backups are always up to date and still require 50% less disk space than backups created with competing products. Even massive hard disks with more than 2 terabytes are supported making it easy to create huge archives. And during each backup process, all data is constantly verified to eliminate errors before they happen even for complex backups.

## Full speed for your PC

A good backup solution should not interfere with your daily PC work. That is why Ashampoo Backup 2016 pauses automatically whenever your PC is heavily used but even if it doesn’t you will barely notice it.

- Fully automated data backups
- User-friendly and self-explanatory
- Backup and restore any file with ease
- Rescue disc against total system failure
- Secure encryption to protect your privacy
- Backup and restore entire operating systems
- Huge space savings through maximum compression
- Easy data recovery through program or Windows Explorer
- Self-explanatory, no technical knowledge required
- No computer slow downs, backups will pause automatically when needed

### Where can I backup to?

- Local hard disks
- Network-attached storage devices (NAS)
- Removable storage devices
- Any cloud storage provider that supports WebDAV

Smart rules for Microsoft Outlook, Mozilla Thunderbird, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer, Firefox

## How are backups created?

Automatic

synchronization background service

Complete

full system backups with easy data recovery

Versioning

backup entire file histories automatically

Disk image

backup images to restore your Windows system

Proactive

backup process will pause automatically at high CPU loads

Differential

space-saving and faster compared to traditional complete backups

Incremental

50% smaller backups through Infinite Reverse Incremental Backup technology

### Other features

- Task scheduler
- Error reporting
- Program wizards
- Extended time scheduler
- Create backup images of hard disks > 2 TB
- Adaptive sleep mode control during backups
- Virtual drive feature (direct file access to backup images)
- Linux-based rescue disc (flash drive/CD) with cloud support
- Data integrity checks (prevents faulty backups)
- Self-explanatory handling (no technical knowledge required)

#### User-friendly backups of entire disk partitions

Ashampoo Backup 2016 can backup and restore disk partitions (like bootable system drives) in just a few clicks. Automatic updates ensure that your backups stay up to date and the emergency rescue application helps with total system failure.

Operating System

Windows 10, Windows 8 / 8.1, Windows 7.

Computer

Any computer that supports the above operating systems.

Other

An Internet connection is required to activate the program. The program license is verified repeatedly at regular intervals. Full administrative rights are required to use the program.

## Related guides

- [How to choose the best backup software solution](https://find-your-software.com/solutions/software-for-backup.html)
- [A guide to backup your files correctly](https://find-your-software.com/solutions/how-to-backup-files.html)
- [Things you need to know about system backup](https://find-your-software.com/solutions/system-backup.html)