World Backup Day
Mon, Mar 31, 2025

World Backup Day

World Backup Day is a worldwide holiday dedicated to the importance of backing up data. This essential technology allows us to secure our information. Computers, like any machines, are prone to breakdowns, and it’s crucial to be prepared for any situation. If something happens to your device, there is a high probability of losing a significant amount of important data permanently. For this reason, backing up is the best way to protect the information you need from loss. The holiday is observed every year on March 31.

History

World Backup Day was established in 2011. Initially, it began as a small initiative aimed at encouraging people to use backup technology more actively. Over time, the holiday gained popularity and is now observed worldwide.

There are several methods of backing up data. Backing up to another physical medium or cloud storage is highly popular among users. By transferring data to a virtual storage space that is secure (accessible only to the user), the information can be retrieved at any time, regardless of the current state of the device used for copying.

Interesting facts

  • According to experts, more than 85% of users utilize backup technologies.
  • Even if you use your computer for personal needs and have minimal data, it is still advisable to back up your files at least once a year. For people whose work heavily involves computers, it is recommended to back up at least three times a year.
  • Surveys show that about 65% of users have lost data due to computer malfunctions or failures.

How to celebrate

Use backup technology on this day to prevent the loss of important data. Learn more about how this technology works.

Spread the word on social media. Ask users how often they back up their data.

When is World Backup Day in 2025?

World Backup Day is observed on March 31 each year.

Observations

Weekday Month Day Year
Monday March 31 2025
Tuesday March 31 2026
Wednesday March 31 2027
Friday March 31 2028
Saturday March 31 2029