Sync and backup solve different problems. Sync keeps files available across devices. Backup maintains recoverable copies based on a defined schedule and retention policy.
Why the distinction matters
Deletion, corruption, ransomware and account compromise can affect synchronized files. A managed backup strategy adds independent recovery options.
A useful backup plan defines
- What data is protected
- How often it is copied
- How long versions are retained
- Where the backup is stored
- How restores are tested
The real question is not whether a dashboard says “successful.” It is whether the business can recover the data it needs when something goes wrong.
