Learn how to back up and restore apps, settings, files, photos, and Microsoft Edge favorites and preferences on your Windows PC using Windows Backup.

Learn about the different tools to backup and restore your data, and to recover Windows in case of a system failure.

Oct 14, 2025 · Learn about Windows backup solutions to protect your important files and photos.

Oct 14, 2025 · Learn why it's important to have a backup, and how Windows Backup can help you keep your files and settings safe.

Oct 14, 2025 · While File History automatically backs up essential folders like Documents, Pictures, Videos, and Desktop, you can add other folders by navigating to the folder, right-clicking on it, and …

Click Start, type backup in the Start Search box, and then click Backup and Restore in the Programs list. Click Back up files under Back up files or your entire computer.

The recovery media includes built-in Windows files, any updates installed at the time of media creation, and any customizations from the PC manufacturer, ensuring a reliable backup solution for bare metal …

The experience is available to Microsoft accounts that don't have an existing backup. If your Microsoft account has an existing backup, you can restore it using the Windows restore experience.

Oct 14, 2025 · System Restore: Allows you to revert your PC's state to a previous point in time, undoing recent system changes without affecting personal files. To learn more, see System Restore System …

What should I do before starting any recovery process? Backup your data: Always try to back up important files to an external drive or cloud service before proceeding with recovery options. Some …