Parachute Backup

Parachute Backup

Parachute Backup is a seamless, set-and-forget backup tool for iCloud Photos and iCloud Drive that automatically syncs your data to your own storage or other cloud providers, ensuring your digital memories and documents are safely backed up without subscriptions or lock-in.

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Paid Enterprise 70/100
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Quick Overview

Best for: Productivity

What it does

Productivity software for decision-makers comparing workflow fit and alternatives.

Best fit

Productivity

Pricing snapshot

Paid from One-time payment (exact price available on Mac App Store)

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Parachute Backup

Parachute Backup is designed to protect your iCloud Photos and iCloud Drive data by automatically syncing it to your preferred storage location, such as external drives, NAS, or other cloud services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive. It provides peace of mind by safeguarding your digital memories and important documents from accidental deletion, sync errors, or service failures. The tool is available on the Mac App Store and offers a one-time purchase model without subscriptions or lock-in, making it easy and cost-effective for users who want full control over their backups.

Parachute Backup is a seamless backup utility for iCloud Photos and iCloud Drive that automatically mirrors your data to your own storage such as external drives, NAS, or other cloud services, giving you full ownership of your data without requiring a subscription.

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Key Features

Full Backup of iCloud Photos and iCloud Drive

Back up your entire iCloud Photos library and iCloud Drive data to your chosen storage.

Manual or Scheduled Runs

Choose to run backups manually or schedule them for automatic syncing.

Full or Smart Incremental Backups

Perform complete backups or use smart incremental backups to save time and storage.

Supports Multiple Storage Options

Works with external drives, NAS devices, or other cloud providers like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive.

Smart Offloading

Avoid filling up your Mac's hard drive by offloading data efficiently.

One-Time Purchase

No subscriptions or lock-in; pay once and use indefinitely.

Pricing

One-Time Purchase

One-time payment (exact price available on Mac App Store)
  • Full access to all features
  • No subscription fees
  • Lifetime usage

Use Cases

Protecting Precious Memories

Automatically back up your iCloud Photos to ensure your photos and videos are safe from accidental deletion or service issues.

Securing Important Documents

Back up your iCloud Drive documents to external or cloud storage to prevent data loss.

Avoiding Cloud Service Lock-In

Store your backups on your preferred storage solution, giving you full control over your data.

Efficient Backup Management

Use smart incremental backups and scheduled runs to maintain up-to-date backups without manual effort.

Integrations

Google Drive

Backup your iCloud data to Google Drive cloud storage.

Dropbox

Sync your iCloud backups to Dropbox for additional cloud storage.

OneDrive

Use OneDrive as a destination for your iCloud backups.

External Drives and NAS

Backup directly to external hard drives or network-attached storage devices.

Benefits

Ensures long-term safety of iCloud Photos and Drive data.
No ongoing subscription fees or vendor lock-in.
Flexible storage options including external drives and multiple cloud providers.
Easy to use with manual or scheduled backup options.
Saves local disk space with smart offloading.
One-time purchase for lifetime use.

Limitations

Available only on macOS via the Mac App Store.
No free tier or trial mentioned.
No explicit mention of support for Windows or mobile platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Parachute Backup require a subscription?
No, Parachute Backup is a one-time purchase with no subscription fees or lock-in.
Can I schedule automatic backups?
Yes, you can set up scheduled backups or run them manually as needed.
What storage options are supported?
You can back up to external drives, NAS devices, or cloud providers like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive.
Does it save space on my Mac?
Yes, Parachute Backup uses smart offloading to avoid filling up your Mac's hard drive.

Getting Started

  1. 1 Download Parachute Backup from the Mac App Store.
  2. 2 Install and launch the application on your Mac.
  3. 3 Configure your backup preferences including storage destination and schedule.
  4. 4 Run your first backup manually or wait for the scheduled backup to start.

Support

Website Contact

Contact support via the website contact page at https://www.parachutebackup.com/contact

Documentation

Basic usage information available on the website.

API

Available: No

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