Webway computer backup is fundamentally different from file synchronization services like Dropbox and Google Drive:

• True Backup vs. File Sync: While Dropbox/Google Drive primarily synchronize files across devices, Webway computer backup creates secure, versioned backups with point-in-time snapshots that protect against data corruption, accidental deletions, and ransomware attacks.
• Ransomware Protection: Our snapshot-based approach preserves historical versions of your files, allowing you to restore data from before a ransomware infection occurred. File sync services typically sync infected or encrypted files, potentially spreading the damage.
• Deduplication & Incremental Backups: We only back up changed portions of files, optimizing storage and bandwidth usage, unlike sync services that typically upload entire files when changes occur.
• Compliance & Security: All data is encrypted with AES-256 encryption at rest and in transit, with compliance for POPIA and GDPR regulations. Your backup data remains secure and inaccessible to unauthorized parties.
• Centralized Management: Unlike consumer sync tools, our solution provides enterprise-grade management features including team management, quota controls, and centralized monitoring of all backup activities.

Webway computer backup is designed specifically for data protection and disaster recovery, not just file accessibility across devices.

Your data security is our top priority. We implement multiple layers of protection:

• AES-256 Encryption: All data is encrypted with bank-grade AES-256 encryption both in transit and at rest
• Private Key Option: You can use your own private encryption key for maximum security
• Secure Data Centers: All data is stored in our state-of-the-art, privately-run data center in Pretoria, South Africa
• HTTPS Transfer: All data transfers use secure HTTPS protocols with strong key exchange and ciphers
• Compliance: Fully compliant with POPIA and GDPR regulations

Our backup solution is optimized for speed and efficiency:

• Incremental Backups: Only changed portions of files are backed up after the initial backup
• Deduplication: We identify and eliminate duplicate data blocks to minimize storage and transfer time
• Multi-threaded Uploads: Multiple files can be uploaded simultaneously for faster backup completion
• Bandwidth Throttling: You can control upload/download speeds to avoid impacting your network performance
• Local Network: Since our data centers are in South Africa, you benefit from local network speeds without international latency

Webway computer backup supports virtually all file types and systems:

• Operating Systems: Windows (7+), macOS (10.10+), Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian)
• File Types: All file types including documents, photos, videos, databases, and application files
• Database Support: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and other database systems
• Large Files: No file size restrictions - perfect for large databases, video files, and disk images
• Network Drives: Backup files from mapped network drives and external storage devices

We provide flexible retention policies to meet your business needs:

• Version History: Keep multiple versions of files with configurable retention periods
• Snapshots: Create point-in-time snapshots that are preserved indefinitely until you delete them

Absolutely! Our solution is designed with businesses in mind:

• Centralized Management: Manage all computers and backup tasks from a single web dashboard
• Team Management: Create teams, assign roles, and set quotas for different departments
• Reporting: Comprehensive reporting on backup status, storage usage, and compliance
• Dedicated Support: Priority support for business customers with SLA guarantees