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Backup Storage Calculator

Backup Storage

Estimate storage needed for backup retention policies.

Formula

Total = Full Backup + (Daily Change x (Retention Days - 1))

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an incremental backup?
An incremental backup only saves data that changed since the last backup.
How long should I retain backups?
Retain daily backups for 30 days and monthly backups for one year.