Arq Backup

Arq Backup is a third-party application for backing up files from Windows or macOS. It can use your Files.com site as an SFTP backup destination and encrypts backup data on the client.

Adding the Backup Destination

Add an SFTP storage location in Arq. Use your site's hostname, such as SUBDOMAIN.files.com, or its custom domain, and port 22. Supply credentials for a Files.com user with access to the destination folder. SFTP Connection Settings covers connection details and authentication restrictions.

Arq's screens vary by version. Follow the Arq documentation to add the storage location, choose its destination folder, and configure the backup plan.

Backing Up Your Home Folder

Select your local home folder as a backup source. On Windows, this is typically C:\Users\your_username; on macOS, choose your home folder in the source selector. Review exclusions for temporary files and other data you do not need to retain.

Backing Up Other Folders

Add the local folders you want Arq to protect to the backup plan. The source selection controls which files Arq sends to the Files.com destination.

Automatic Backup

Configure the backup schedule and retention in Arq. Review completed runs in Arq and test restoring a file so you can confirm that the backup contains the data you need.