Automatic backups that you can schedule and customize individually
Secure storage on local media, external drives, web servers, on the local network, or in the cloud
Fast zip compression and highly secure AES encryption with up to 256 bits
Local disks and local networks
External storage media (e.g. CD/DVD and USB memory)
Upload to the cloud via cloud apps, via WebDAV or to web servers (sFTP or FTP/FTPS)
Malware, user errors, or hardware failures often spell the end for important files. Therefore, it is essential to create regular backups to have a safety copy to fall back on in case of an emergency. Discover how BackUp Maker simplifies the process of data backup.
With BackUp Maker, you simply select the data you want to secure, configure automation if desired, choose the destination, and your documents are reliably backed up - either scheduled or based on specific events. Your data lands safely and compactly in zip format on hard drives, USB sticks, or in the cloud.
To protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, BackUp Maker offers high-security encryption of up to 256-bit (AES). Additionally, the program allows for the secure offloading of your encrypted backups via SFTP or FTP/FTPS to a web server.
BackUp Maker supports a comprehensive backup concept without restrictions. Secure only new and changed files, create multiple backup generations, distribute backups across various storage media, and perform custom actions before and after the backup.
Easily back up pictures, videos and documents from your smartphone: With BackUp Maker and the Windows 11 Smartphone Link app, pictures, videos, and documents can be easily backed up from your smartphone. For information on how to set up Smartphone Link, see the corresponding FAQ post.
Regular backups are essential to protect against data loss due to hardware defects, software errors, ransomware attacks, or accidental deletion. Without reliable data backup, important documents, company data and personal files can be irretrievably lost. Powerful backup software ensures that all data is automatically and securely stored on external hard drives, NAS systems, or cloud backup. In the event of an emergency, fast data recovery allows lost files to be available again with just a few clicks. Consumers and businesses alike benefit from automated backups and encrypted backup solutions to protect sensitive information from cyberattacks and system failures. Invest in a reliable backup solution to secure your data for the long term.
Whether you need a backup for Windows or another operating system, there are several ways to effectively protect your data. The simplest and safest solution is a powerful backup software that automatically creates a backup at set time intervals. This way, important files are backed up regularly without manual effort. Alternatively, you can perform a manual backup, in which you specifically select which files and folders should be backed up. In particular, automated data backup on external hard drives, NAS systems or in cloud backup ensures the highest level of protection against data loss. A reliable backup software ensures that you can access your backed up data at any time.
With an automatic data backup for Windows, you save time and relieve yourself and your team, as there is no longer any need for manual backup. At the same time, you reduce the risk of data loss due to system errors, cyberattacks, or accidental deletion. Intelligent backup software ensures that your files can be backed up continuously and quickly restored when needed. If you're looking for a powerful backup creation solution, you've come to the right place. Our BackUp Maker enables simple, secure and efficient data backup, whether on an external hard drive, network storage or in the cloud. Trust in modern backup technology that reliably protects your sensitive data and keeps it available at all times.
Prevent data-loss with the free Standard Edition for private use and experience the full scope of our award-winning backup solution. The Isidor Award winner, BackUp Maker, stands for easy, intuitive, and secure data backup. Save your data now with our Windows backup software!
Question: What are the advantages of the Professional Edition compared to the free Standard Edition?
Answer: The Professional Edition removes all information windows and permits the business use of the software.
Question: Where can the Professional Edition be purchased?
Answer: In our online shop - please make sure that your details are entered correctly!
Question: Are updates and support free of charge for registered users of the Professional Edition?
Answer: Program updates and technical product support are free of charge for a period of 24 months from receipt of the order. After this period, an update license can be purchased to extend the update & support authorization.
Question: Where can I download the latest version of BackUp Maker?
Answer: BackUp Maker Standard: https://www.ascompsoftware.com/download/bkmaker.exe
BackUp Maker Professional: customer menu
Question: Login data lost, what to do now?
Answer: Request new login details – simply enter your email address to receive them within seconds.
Question: How to run BackUp Maker as a Service?
Answer: On all Windows systems since Windows Vista (or on server versions since Windows Server 2008), BackUp Maker can be started as a service via Windows Task Scheduler without requiring a user to be logged on to the system. The program therefore operates as a Windows-controlled service that can perform backups independently of a user login.
All that is needed to do this is to change the post-installation task "BackUp_Maker-USERNAME" in Windows Task Scheduler (which can be found via Windows Search for the keyword "Task Scheduler") as follows:
Instead of "Run only when user is logged on" you must enable the "Run whether user is logged on or not" option.
In addition, the trigger "At startup" must be selected under "Trigger" instead of "At log on".
After these changes, the system should be restarted, alternatively, BackUp Maker can be stopped and the task that has just been changed can be started.
Note that the BackUp Maker tray icon is not displayed in this type of execution; the program runs virtually as a service invisible in the background. It is therefore important to use the option of sending reports by e-mail to inform you whether the backup jobs created have been performed correctly.
Important: To process jobs, you must finish the ongoing task through task scheduling and restart BackUp Maker from the desktop of the user under which the software was set up. After all the changes have been made, BackUp Maker should be completely terminated and the task should be restarted via task scheduling.
Question: What should I do if I have problems writing to CD/DVD?
Answer: BackUp Maker writes on CD/DVD media according to the ASPI guidelines using the SPTI standard (SCSI PASS-THROUGH INTERFACE). If you use older burner hardware that does not work according to the ASPI guidelines, error-free writing on CD/DVD media cannot be guaranteed.
Problems with newer/current burner hardware can usually be solved with the following settings:
Question: After writing the CD/DVD is blank, why?
Answer: It is recommended to eject the CD/DVD medium after the writing process - Windows often only recognizes changes and contents of CD/DVD media after the CD/DVD writer has been reinserted.
Question: Some sessions are missing from multisession CDs/DVDs - what to do now?
Answer: Various operating systems cannot display multisessions on CD/DVD, while Nero, WinOnCD and other burning programs easily recognize all sessions (but due to a different standard, the files contained in the sessions cannot be opened).
IsoBuster (freeware) can normally read in and open these sessions and the files they contain - download IsoBuster.
Question: Can BackUp Maker back-up to Cloud Storage such as Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive or Dropbox?
Answer: Yes, BackUp Maker can be used to back up data to all common cloud storage. Depending on the cloud service, programs are available directly from the provider that integrate cloud storage as a virtual folder into Windows Explorer (e.g. Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive or Dropbox).
If the cloud service you use does not offer such integration for Windows, the data transfer can also be carried out via WebDAV, SMB or SFTP, provided that supported by the operator (e.g. MagentaCloud, Strato HiDrive). BackUp Maker allows you to select WebDAV/SMB drives from the "Local & LAN" tab on step "Target directory".
If you have any questions about data backup to the cloud, our technical customer service is at your disposal!
Question: Can I back-up my smartphone with BackUp Maker?
Answer: With the combination of Windows 11's Smartphone Link app and BackUp Maker, you can easily back up your pictures, videos, and documents from your smartphone. To do this, set up the pre-installed Smartphone Link app on your Windows 11 device and connect your smartphone. Your smartphone will now be displayed in Windows Explorer and can be selected in BackUp Maker for data backup.
For information on how to set up the Smartphone Link app, see Microsoft website.
Question: Mapped network drive not visible in BackUp Maker, why?
Answer: BackUp Maker runs with administrator privileges by default, while network drives are usually mapped as standard users and are therefore not visible to administrators.
Solution 1: Run BackUp Maker without administrator privileges
Exit BackUp Maker from the main menu "Program", "Close" and restart BackUp Maker via the desktop shortcut (without administrator rights).
In case that you always want to start BackUp Maker without administrator rights, also change the "BackUp_Maker-USERNAME" task in the Windows Task Scheduler:
1. Type "Task Scheduler" in the search box of the Windows taskbar and start Task Scheduler.
2. Click "Task Scheduler Library" and double-click the "BackUp Maker-USERNAME" task.
3. Uncheck the "Run with highest privileges" option and click "OK".
Solution 2: Enable SMB features and LinkedConnections
1. Type "Windows Features" in the search box of the Windows taskbar and click "Turn Windows features on or off".
2. Enable the "SMB Direct" and "SMB 1.0/CIFS File Sharing Support" options (any) and click OK.
Backing up your files to an external hard drive is the easiest and most reliable way to protect against data loss. With BackUp Maker, you can automatically backup files to USB hard drives or USB sticks – without manual effort, encrypted and compressed in space-saving ZIP format.
BackUp Maker automatically detects when you connect your external USB hard drive and starts the backup immediately if desired. Once configured, your documents, photos, and videos are backed up automatically – simply plug in your hard drive and you're done. No manual operation required anymore.
Scheduled Automatic Backups: Alternatively, you can set up BackUp Maker to automatically backup your files at scheduled times – daily, weekly, or monthly. The backup software runs quietly in the background and creates your backups reliably, even when you're not at your computer.
BackUp Maker automatically compresses your files in ZIP format, saving up to 50% storage space on your external hard drive. Protect sensitive files with AES encryption up to 256 bit – even if your hard drive is lost or stolen, your data remains secure.
Incremental Backups: Backup only new and changed files instead of copying all your data completely each time. This saves time and storage space, enabling more frequent backups without long waiting times.
With BackUp Maker, you can create multiple backup versions and keep older file versions. If you accidentally delete or overwrite a file, simply restore it from a previous backup version – your files are protected multiple times.
BackUp Maker was specifically developed for Windows and supports all versions including Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7. The intuitive interface guides you step by step: Select which files and folders to backup, choose your external hard drive as the backup destination, enable automation – done. Your files will be backed up reliably from now on.
The free Standard Edition is available to home users without restrictions and offers professional file backup to external hard drives, USB sticks, or other removable media.
Creating a NAS backup is a professional solution for home users and small businesses who want to store their data centrally and securely on the network. With BackUp Maker, backing up to NAS systems like Synology, QNAP, or Western Digital becomes effortless – without complicated network configuration and with fully automatic backup. This guide shows you step by step how to create an automatic backup to NAS and reliably secure your important files on your home network or office.
A backup to NAS offers decisive advantages over USB hard drives, which are especially important for regular data backups:
With BackUp Maker, you can set up an automatic backup to your NAS in just a few minutes. Follow this detailed guide:
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\\192.168.1.50\backup or \\SYNOLOGY-NAS\Backup.After setup, BackUp Maker automatically backs up your data to your NAS system. The compressed and encrypted backups are reliably stored on the network without you lifting a finger. Even if your PC fails or ransomware strikes – your data is safe on the NAS and can be restored at any time.
BackUp Maker offers additional features specifically for network backups:
Combine your NAS backups with the 3-2-1 rule: 3 copies of your data, on 2 different media types (e.g., NAS + external USB hard drive), 1 copy stored offsite (e.g., at a friend's place or in the cloud). BackUp Maker allows you to distribute the same backup job to multiple destinations.
With BackUp Maker, you create professional NAS backups in just minutes – reliable, secure, and fully automatic!
Backing up your files to cloud storage is a secure method to protect important data from hardware failures or ransomware attacks. With BackUp Maker, you can automatically backup files to cloud services – encrypted, compressed, and reliably stored in Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Dropbox, or other cloud storage providers. Unlike simple cloud sync, BackUp Maker creates real, encrypted backup archives for maximum cloud security.
An encrypted cloud storage backup offers decisive advantages over standard cloud synchronization:
BackUp Maker offers flexible options for creating secure cloud backups:
Here's how to automatically backup files to Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox with encrypted cloud storage using BackUp Maker:
After setup, BackUp Maker automatically backs up your files encrypted to the cloud. The compressed ZIP archives are reliably uploaded to Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox – without you having to think about it. Even in case of hard drive failure, ransomware attack, or PC theft, your data remains safely stored in cloud storage and can be restored at any time.
Unlike standard cloud synchronization, BackUp Maker backup software offers advanced features:
BackUp Maker creates encrypted backups for virtually all cloud storage providers:
Combine cloud backup with local backup: Create two backup jobs with BackUp Maker – one to your NAS or external hard drive (fast recovery) and one to cloud storage (protection against local data loss). This follows the 3-2-1 backup rule: 3 copies of your data, on 2 different media types, 1 copy stored offsite in the cloud.
With BackUp Maker, you create professional encrypted cloud storage backups – reliable, secure, and fully automatic!
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