Excel Auto Backup Software

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Excel Backup refers to the process of creating copies of your Excel files to protect them from loss due to system failure, corruption, or accidental deletion. Back up Excel files regularly to keep your valuable data safe and easily recoverable.

With Handy Backup, you can efficiently backup Excel files with ease and peace of mind. Download the 30-day trial version of our Excel backup tool today and start protecting your documents with reliable, automated backups.

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Additional Advantages of Efficient Excel Backup Tool

Incremental, Differential, and Mixed Backups Icon

Handy Backup supports Excel versions from 94 to 2019, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of legacy and modern files, ensuring your backups work seamlessly, regardless of the version.

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Seamlessly backup Outlook 365 emails. Keep your data safe and accessible across all devices with automatic and scheduled backup options tailored for your needs.

Time-Stamping of Backup Folders Icon

Time-stamping automatically labels your backup folders with the current date and time. This makes it easier to access particular versions of your files when needed.

Run Programs Before or After Backup Icon

Set up to run programs before or after backup tasks. This feature allows you to automate file processes, like closing Excel files or sending notifications, ensuring a smooth backup experience.

Responsive Support Icon

Get responsive Linux and Windows support. Whether you're using a Windows PC or a Linux-based system, you can count on quick and helpful assistance to ensure your backups run smoothly.

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Enjoy a 30-day trial with no credit card required. Test all the features of Handy Backup without commitment and decide if it's the right solution for your needs.

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Experience a user-friendly interface designed for simplicity and efficiency. Easily navigate through settings and tasks with an intuitive layout, even if you’re a first-time user.

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Get a lifetime license for long-term use, ensuring access to future updates and unlimited backups without any recurring fees. A one-time purchase for ongoing peace of mind.

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How to Backup Excel Data with Handy Backup


With Handy Backup, creating an Excel auto backup is quick and easy. To begin backing up your MS Excel files, simply click the New Task option in the File menu and select Backup. From there, you can choose between two methods:

  • Using the Database plugin: select "Database" as the source, then choose "MS Excel" as the database type.

Adding the Database plug-in to backup set

Selecting Excel files 
as DB type

  • Using the Computer or User Folder plugins: select "Computer" or "User Folders" as the source, and specify the required folders. Then, click File Filters and enter a filter for Excel file extensions (e.g., '*.xls*') in the dialog box.

How to backup Excel: file filter selection

Both methods allow you to select Excel files from your computer or specific folders as source data for automatic backup.

In the next steps, select your backup destination (for example, OneDrive backup) and configure settings such as encryption and automation as needed.



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Version 8.5.8 , built on October 31, 2024. 118 MB
30-day full-featured trial period


Handy Backup can save not only Excel files, but also other types of files and folders, databases, entire disk images, registry files, and website content—all in a single task, making backup and restoration easy and efficient!


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