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Carbon Copy Cloner 7

Advanced backup and cloning for macOS.

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Description

Carbon Copy Cloner 7 is a powerful backup and cloning solution for macOS, enabling users to create reliable, customizable backups of their files, system, and entire drives. Designed to go beyond the capabilities of Time Machine, it offers advanced scheduling, flexible backup rules, and easy restoration of individual files or whole systems.

CCC 7 supports snapshot technology, backup of cloud-only files, full disk encryption, and advanced backup verification, all in a user-friendly interface. The tool is regularly updated for latest macOS versions and ensures privacy by keeping backups on user-controlled storage, making it an ideal choice for both everyday users and professionals requiring robust data protection.

Key Features

  • Customizable Backups: Precisely control what files and folders are backed up, with support for complex filter rules.
  • Advanced Scheduling: Schedule backups hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, or based on detected changes, with restrictions by day or hour.
  • Snapshot Technology: Create and manage snapshots for point-in-time recovery and searching deleted or prior file versions.
  • Backups of Cloud-only Files: Back up files that reside only in cloud services like iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, and Box.
  • Fast, Incremental Copying: Copies only new and changed files, minimizing time and resource usage.
  • Encrypted & Private Backups: Supports full disk encryption and stores backups on user-owned devices, never uploading to the cloud.
  • Non-Proprietary Format: Backups are accessible and browsable directly via Finder without proprietary restrictions.
  • Detailed Verification & Auditing: Multiple verification levels, backup health checks, and comprehensive audit logs.
  • Household License: Single license covers multiple Macs for personal, non-commercial use.
  • iOS Device Backup: Wireless backup of files and media from iOS devices to Mac using the CCC Mobile Backup app.

Use Cases

  • Backing up a Mac system and user files
  • Migrating data to a new Mac or larger drive
  • Restoring accidentally deleted files or older file versions
  • Creating backups of files stored only in cloud storage
  • Ensuring encrypted, private local backups
  • Verifying data integrity and consistency of backups
  • Scheduled or event-triggered backups for ongoing protection
  • Backing up files and media from iOS devices to Mac

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carbon Copy Cloner 7 compatible with the latest version of macOS?

Yes, Carbon Copy Cloner 7 is fully qualified and continually updated to support the latest macOS releases.

Can I restore individual files or just entire drives?

You can restore a single file, copy one folder to another, recover your whole Mac, or migrate data as needed with precise control.

Does Carbon Copy Cloner 7 support encrypted backups?

Yes, you can enable encryption for your backups, and read-only snapshots are protected from malware and ransomware.

How does the licensing work for multiple Macs?

With a household license, a single purchase allows you to run Carbon Copy Cloner 7 on every Mac in your household for personal, non-commercial use.

Can I back up files from my iOS devices to my Mac?

Yes, using the CCC Mobile Backup app and the 'Diplomat' service, you can wirelessly back up files and media from your iOS devices to your Mac.

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