Cloud Backup & Storage IX: Service Round Up

Over the past few weeks we’ve taken a looks at some cloud backup services (and some services that you shouldn’t be using for their “backup” capabilities)…

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Cloud Backup & Storage VIII: 500px

Like the other social media platforms we’ve looked at, 500px isn’t really designed as a back-up service, however, it isn’t like the other social media platforms either. 500px seems to actually be a photo-centric social media licensing platform. In short, it’s what we all wished/thought Flickr was.

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Cloud Backup & Storage VII: OneDrive

In keeping with our look at popular cloud backup services today we’re going to take a look at: OneDrive. Aside from the concerns I shared about Amazon & Apple, Microsoft’s cloud storage is a good option from a privacy and support perspective.

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Cloud Backup & Storage VI: iCloud

In keeping with our look at popular cloud backup services, today we’re going to take a look at: iCloud. Aside from the concerns I shared about Amazon (that I also share regarding Apple) this cloud storage is pretty good.

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Cloud Backup & Storage V: DropBox

In keeping with our look at popular cloud backup services today we’re going to take a look at Dropbox.

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Cloud Backup & Storage IV: Amazon Prime Photos

Aside from the troubling thought of contributing the coffers of the richest person in the world, one of the world’s most influential and powerful oligarchs and the maltreatment of his workers, Amazon makes a pretty compelling backup service… In keeping with our look at popular cloud backup services today we’re going to take a look at: Amazon.

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Cloud Backup & Storage III: Facebook & Instagram

In keeping with our look at popular cloud backup services today we’re going to take a timely look at two of the most popular social media platforms out there: Facebook and Instagram. Obviously, these service aren’t really intended as backup services. The reason I’m including them in this round-up of ‘backup’ services is that I’ve actually known people that have used them to backup photos… important photos.

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Cloud Backup & Storage II: Flickr

This post is timely for those of you with dormant Flickr accounts (guilty). Up until May 25, 2018, (THIS FRIDAY!!) users have the option of deleting their Flickr account before their data are transferred to yet another company. In light of the recent controversies with the proliferation and loss of control over personal data (including photos) and the fact that I don’t really use my Flickr account anymore, I chose to delete my account. If you don’t really use your Flickr account anymore - I’d encourage you to also follow suit.

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Cloud Backup & Storage: Google Photos

I wanted to introduce the first in a series of blog entries that will serve as a guide to some of the more popular cloud backup options that exist. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be taking a look at Amazon, Dropbox, iCloud, OneDrive, and some social media platforms as a means of backing up your photos to the cloud. For those of you ready to choose a cloud service that meets your needs, keep reading.

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How To Choose A Cloud Back-Up Service

When it comes to cloud back-up options, there are an endless supply of options to choose from. How do we choose one from the many services offered? Are there differences? What are the costs (if any)? Are there storage limits? There are many other factors to consider too.

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