# Backup & Restore

A backup is a secure copy of original data created and stored separately from the primary data. Its purpose is to protect data from loss and damage, enabling the restoration of information when needed.&#x20;

Backups are crucial for ensuring data security and integrity, allowing for the recovery of vital information in case of unforeseen events such as hardware failures, human errors, or cyberattacks. Maintaining an accurate record of backup operations, including details like date, time, and responsible party, helps monitor the effectiveness of the backup process and respond promptly to any security breaches. A detailed log ensures procedural effectiveness.

Performing backup operations is also essential for compliance with data protection regulations, which often require secure and periodic retention of information. Moreover, accurate backup and restoration procedures help elevate quality standards.&#x20;

This module focuses on operations for securely backing up and restoring data, with each operation tracked in a historical record.

The functionalities related to this module are reserved for Full EDGE applications. For Cloud applications, backup operations are automatically performed by the platform used, which handles all necessary procedures to ensure data security and preservation.

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