ASCOMP BackUp Maker is a Windows backup utility that helps users create automated and manual backups of files and folders. It supports scheduled backups, ZIP compression, AES 256-bit encryption, backup verification, and multiple storage destinations.
The software is designed for both home and business users, with support for local drives, USB devices, network locations, cloud storage, FTP/FTPS servers, WebDAV, and optical media. The free edition provides full functionality for non-commercial use, while the Professional Edition adds commercial-use support and other benefits.
What's New
Recent updates have introduced improvements such as:
- Revised user interface and updated icons
- Backup Wizard support for connected network drives
- ZIP file structure encryption
- Additional backup filters
- SFTP support
- Windows 11 optimizations
- Various stability and usability improvements
Key Features
- Automated Backups – Schedule backups at specific times or events, including system logon and USB device detection.
- Full and Partial Backups – Create full backups or back up only files that have changed.
- Differential Backups – Save changed data without repeatedly backing up unchanged files.
- ZIP Compression – Reduce backup size while supporting large archives.
- AES 256-Bit Encryption – Protect backup archives with strong encryption.
- Backup Verification – Check whether backup data has been created correctly.
- Backup Filters – Include or exclude files based on extensions, folders, or other criteria.
- Multiple Destinations – Save backups to local drives, USB storage, network locations, cloud storage, FTP/FTPS servers, WebDAV, and optical discs.
- Spanned Backups – Split large backups across multiple files or storage media.
- Backup Generations – Maintain multiple versions of backups for additional recovery options.
- FTP Resume – Resume interrupted FTP transfers without starting over.
- Email Reports – Receive reports after backup operations.
- Portable Storage Support – Automatically trigger backups when supported USB devices are detected.
User Interface
ASCOMP BackUp Maker uses a straightforward, wizard-based interface that guides users through the backup configuration process.
The main interface provides access to backup and restore functions, configured destinations, program settings, updates, and help resources. The wizard makes it relatively easy to select files, configure filters, choose a destination, and schedule backup operations.
Installation and Setup
- Download the latest version of ASCOMP BackUp Maker.
- Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Launch the program after installation.
- Create a new backup task using the backup wizard.
- Select the files and folders you want to protect.
- Choose a backup method and destination.
- Configure compression, encryption, filters, and scheduling options.
- Save the configuration and run the first backup.
How to Use
Create a Backup: Open BackUp Maker and use the backup wizard to select the files and folders you want to protect.
Choose a Destination: Select a local drive, USB device, network location, cloud folder, FTP/FTPS server, WebDAV destination, or supported optical media.
Configure Security: Enable password protection and AES 256-bit encryption when storing sensitive information.
Schedule Backups: Set backups to run automatically at selected intervals or when specific events occur.
Verify Backups: Use the verification feature to check that backup files have been created correctly.
Restore Data: Select an existing backup and restore the required files to their original or another location.
FAQ
Is ASCOMP BackUp Maker free?
Yes. The Standard Edition is free for non-commercial use. Commercial users need the Professional Edition.
Does BackUp Maker support cloud storage?
Yes. It can work with cloud storage locations such as OneDrive, Google Drive, and Dropbox, as well as WebDAV destinations.
Does it support encryption?
Yes. Backup archives can be protected using AES 256-bit encryption.
Can I schedule automatic backups?
Yes. Backups can be scheduled according to specific times, intervals, or events such as system logon or USB device detection.
Does BackUp Maker support FTP?
Yes. It supports FTP, passive FTP, FTPS, FTP resume, and SFTP in supported versions.
Can I back up only changed files?
Yes. The software supports partial and differential backup methods for backing up changed data.
Pricing
ASCOMP BackUp Maker is available in free and paid editions.
Standard Edition – Free for personal and non-commercial use.
Professional Edition – Adds commercial-use support and other professional features.
BackUp Maker Professional – Private license available as a one-time purchase of approximately $39.90.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP
- Windows Server: 2003 through 2019
- Architecture: 32-bit and 64-bit
- Processor: 1 GHz or faster recommended
- RAM: 512 MB or more
- Storage: At least 50 MB of free disk space
- Additional storage: Required for backup data
PROS
- Free for personal and non-commercial use
- Automated and manual backup options
- AES 256-bit encryption
- ZIP compression
- Backup verification
- Flexible scheduling
- Supports local, network, cloud, FTP, and WebDAV destinations
- Wizard-based configuration
- Works with older Windows versions
CONS
- Windows-only
- The interface looks somewhat dated
- Some advanced features may require additional configuration
- Professional licensing is required for commercial use
Conclusion
ASCOMP BackUp Maker is a capable and flexible backup solution for Windows users who want more control over their backup procedures. Its combination of scheduling, compression, encryption, verification, filtering, and support for multiple storage destinations makes it suitable for both basic file protection and more advanced backup workflows.
For personal users, the free edition provides a particularly strong feature set, while the Professional Edition is better suited to commercial environments.
