How to Backup Egnyte to Your File System with Cloudsfer?

Protecting your business data using Cloudsfer's backup solution.

Frequently ensuring the backup of your Egnyte content is essential to safeguard your valuable business data. By utilizing Cloudsfer, you have the capability to automate the backup process via scheduled routines and securely store your data on your own file system. This guarantees swift data retrieval and helps mitigate potential interruptions resulting from accidents, system malfunctions, or cybersecurity risks.

How to Backup Egnyte to Your Windows File System with Cloudsfer’s Solution – Step-by-Step Guide:

Step 1: Select the ’Backup & Restore’ tab.

NOTE: Pay attention that you are in the window with the color turquoise for backup.

Step 2: Select 'Start Backup'.

Step 3: Select source system ‘Egnyte’ and click ‘Connect’.

When connecting to Egnyte for the first time you will need to allow Cloudsfer's application to access your Egnyte account.

Please make sure you have the required permissions to access the backed-up folders.

A pop-up window will appear.
Enter your account details.
Click to allow access for Cloudsfer.

Step 4: Choose the folders you wish to back up.

Step 5: Select target system ‘File System’ and click ‘Connect’.

The following window will show up:

Note: To back up data to your file system, you need to install Cloudsfer's agent on your local computer.

Click on "Add New Agent":

A pop-up window will appear.
Copy the token and click on "Download Agent".

From now on, please follow the agent installation step-by-step guide, and come back to this guide after you have finished installing it.

Step 6: Select the path you wish the content to be transferred to and click ‘Create Backup’.

Note: Make sure your agent is in green status, indicating it is active and ready for your backup.

Click on "Create Backup":

Step 7: Write a name for your backup folder and click 'OK'.

Step 8: You can select a time to run the backup for the first time (optional).

One-time backup is according to your browser time zone.

On the bottom section, you will need to insert a mandatory backup schedule interval daily / weekly according to your subscription.

Please note the backup schedules are according to UTC time zone.

Step 9: Check ‘Sync Enabled’ and ‘I reviewed the restrictions’.

Step 10: Click on ‘Schedule’.

Step 11: Scroll down and click on the name of your backup folder.

You will move to the restore dashboard and will be able to determine by marking whether the folder is in progress, deleted, or damaged.

Please note:

Cloudsfer backup is only available as a part of the Standard and Pro Subscription package.
Subscription packages can be purchased here: Cloudsfer Subscription

For more information, visit our website or contact Cloudsfer support team:
support@cloudsfer.com