Imagine losing all your photos, documents, and important files in a single click. It’s a nightmare—but one that’s easily avoided with a proper backup strategy. At Prodigies, we help everyday users across New South Wales, especially on the Central Coast, protect their digital lives with simple, effective backup solutions.
Here’s your beginner-friendly guide to backing up your devices—whether you're using a phone, tablet, or computer.
1. Understand What “Backing Up” Really Means
Backing up means creating a copy of your data and storing it somewhere safe—so you can recover it if your device is lost, stolen, or damaged.
There are two main types of backups:
- Local backups (e.g. external hard drives, USBs)
- Cloud backups (e.g. Google Drive, iCloud, OneDrive)
We recommend using both for maximum protection.
2. Back Up Your Computer
Windows Users:
Use File History or Backup and Restore (Windows 7) to save files to an external drive or cloud service.
Mac Users:
Use Time Machine with an external hard drive or iCloud for automatic backups.
Prodigies offers setup support for both Windows and Mac users across the Central Coast.
3. Back Up Your Smartphone or Tablet
iPhone/iPad:
Enable iCloud Backup in Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup.
Android Devices:
Use Google Backup via Settings > System > Backup.
Don’t forget to back up your photos, contacts, messages, and app data. We can help you configure this during a home visit or remote session.
4. Choose the Right Cloud Service
Popular options include:
- Google Drive – Great for Android users and Google Workspace
- iCloud – Best for Apple users
- OneDrive – Ideal for Windows and Microsoft 365 users
- Dropbox – Simple and cross-platform
Need help choosing? Prodigies can recommend the best cloud solution based on your devices and budget.
5. Automate Your Backups
Manual backups are easy to forget.
Set up automatic backups to run daily or weekly—so your data is always protected without you lifting a finger.
We offer automated backup setup for homes and small businesses across the Central Coast.
Need Help Backing Up Your Devices?
At Prodigies, we make tech simple. Our services include:
- Backup setup and troubleshooting
- Cloud storage configuration
- Data recovery and transfer
- Remote and on-site support
📍 Based on the Central Coast of NSW, we proudly serve areas like Terrigal, Gosford, Woy Woy, and surrounding communities.
📞 Book a tech session today for a backup health check or get personalised advice from our friendly tech team.