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Google Backup and Sync (discontinued)

Google Backup and Sync (discontinued)

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What is Google Backup and Sync (discontinued)?

Google backup and sync was used to copy files from their computer to Google Drive's cloud services. Google Backup and sync includes file versioning and collaboration tools. Google Backup and Sync functionality is being replaced by the Drive for…

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Simply Amazing Solution

10 out of 10
March 25, 2021
Incentivized
We use Google Backup and Sync for all our students and staff as they have a better understanding of simple files. To be honest, Google …
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Google Backup and Sync (discontinued)

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What is Google Backup and Sync (discontinued)?

Google backup and sync was used to copy files from their computer to Google Drive's cloud services. Google Backup and sync includes file versioning and collaboration tools. Google Backup and Sync functionality is being replaced by the Drive for Desktop client, a feature of Google Drive.…

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  • No setup fee

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  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services

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Product Details

What is Google Backup and Sync (discontinued)?

Google backup and sync was used to copy files from their computer to Google Drive's cloud services. Google Backup and sync includes file versioning and collaboration tools.

Google Backup and Sync functionality is being replaced by the Drive for Desktop client, a feature of Google Drive. Users of Backup and Sync are encouraged to migrate.

Google Backup and Sync (discontinued) Technical Details

Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationNo
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March 25, 2021

Simply Amazing Solution

Verified User
Administrator in Professional Services
Information Technology & Services Company, 1001-5000 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
We use Google Backup and Sync for all our students and staff as they have a better understanding of simple files. To be honest, Google Backup and Sync is so simple to use for beginners and people with very basic knowledge. That's exactly what we want to make life easy and be safe. Security is so high and there is great service.
Pros and Cons
  • Sharing
  • Backup
  • Back up is alway helpful for us if they lost their computer or broken for any reason.
  • A lot of people getting confused by how the app opens. If the app is open, it will give a little icon on Mac on the toolbar so they think it's not working.
  • It can be a bit better UI.
  • Search option can be stronger.
Likelihood to Recommend
I work at school with lots of kids who bring in laptops with water damage or that are broken or lost. So we have been pushing students to use Google Backup and Sync regularly (once every second week). We are able to save lots of headaches of recovering data and/or being worried about other kinds of backup.
Return on Investment
  • It save a lot's of time.
  • Saving a lot's of hassle.
  • User friendly environment.
Alternatives Considered
We are using Time Machine back up in Mac too, but not long after, we using Google back up. I think it is generally better to have everything in cloud backup as we can have access from everywhere.
Other Software Used
May 06, 2020

Great Alternative for Cloud Backup and Sync

Verified User
Manager in Sales
Chemicals Company, 51-200 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
Used across the whole organization, but not mandatory. Up to individuals to utilize backup and sync options beyond our server/shared drives. Particularly useful for users who travel, work remotely, have multiple devices, etc. Personally, I have been using the product since before I worked for this company (before working full-time, I used it as a student as well) and I have always been happy with it.
Pros and Cons
  • Cloud storage
  • Fast updating
  • Works across devices
  • Easy to collaborate
  • Nothing in particular.
Likelihood to Recommend
Works very well but due to Google based sign-in, not ideal for all users to use as the only backup option. The ideal situation is an additional back-up/cloud storage solution for users to sync between work servers and personal devices, especially if traveling, working remotely, or in other situations where accessing files across multiple devices may be useful.
Return on Investment
  • No cost to use (limited storage).
Support Rating
10
Google support is usually pretty good, never had an issue that required direct communication or support from Google.
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