Arq

Arq is here to make your life easier when it comes to backing up important documents. You know how things can go wrong—drives fail, and computers sometimes crash. That's why having a solid backup plan is smart! With Arq, you can store your data in various places, whether that's an online storage service or your own server.

Easy Setup with Arq

The first thing you'll do with Arq is use its assistant to connect to your online storage account or server. It’s super simple—just pick from a drop-down menu of services like Amazon servers or S3 compatible ones like Google and DreamHost, and enter your credentials. The whole process is pretty intuitive!

Select Your Files for Backup

Once you're connected, the next step is to choose which files and folders you want to back up. And guess what? You can add as many as you need! After everything's set up just the way you like it, you can close the main window of Arq. No worries—the app has a handy status bar menu that lets you keep an eye on the upload process without getting in your way.

Keep Your Data Safe

Your data's safety is a big deal, right? That’s why Arq lets you encrypt backups before they get uploaded using a password. Plus, if you're feeling techy, there’s an open-source command line tool that lets you decrypt data without even opening the Arq app.

Control Your Transfer Rates

You don’t want backups eating up all your bandwidth while you're trying to work! Thankfully, in its Preferences window, Arq lets you set limits on maximum transfer rates. This means backups won't interrupt your daily activities.

Automatically Back Up Any File Type

No matter what file type or size you've got, Arq will handle it for automatic backups to your online storage accounts. It's designed to fit right into your routine without hassle!