Top 10 Free Backup and Sync Software of 2012

Your PC and other devices have a lot of important data stored on it, such as photographs, videos, documents, files and programs etc. But all that data can be easily lost in a split second in case of any mishap like drive failure, crash, virus infection or deletion by mistake etc. So, the most logical and wise thing to do is to back up / sync your important data regularly. Today we have a list of Top 10 Free Backup / Sync Software of 2012, which will help you keep your data safe. This list is in no particular order, so check them out and pick the one that suits your needs the best!

Here goes the list..

Create Synchronicity

Works on: Windows, Portable

Create Synchronicity is a tiny application which can run locally or portably for backing up or syncing files when you create a profile.

Clonezilla Live

Works on: Portable

This one is an operating system which can be run from a bootable LiveCD (or USB). This program would then create a disk image of the hard drive for backing up. Using this image for restoration is also possible. Clonezilla Live is great for cloning a drive onto many different PCs.

CX

Works on: Windows, Mac, Mobile, Kindle

This one is a cloud based backup/sync app that offers a huge free storage, that is, 10GB. This storage is increased on referring your friends who join this service. Its free version supports only two users, but the paid version offers more. In the free version you have the ability of creating two collaborative groups for other users who can then add comments and edits to files.

Dropbox

Works on: Windows, Mac, Linux, Web, Mobile

Dropbox needs no introduction. It is one of the most popular and widely used cloud based service which allows easy backing up/syncing. All you have to do is to simply place all your important files (the ones you wish to back up) into the Dropbox folder. Then all these files would be synced to the Web and all your other PCs with the same account. It also gives you the ability of accessing them from almost all mobile devices.

DriverMax

Works on: Windows

If you are a Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7 user then you would definitely find this one useful. It finds all the latest drivers for all your PC and also backs up your drivers for future restoration in case of any problem.

iDriveSync Basic

Works on: Windows, Mac, Web, Mobile

The free version of this program offers you 5GB of online storage. It allows syncing to Windows, Mac systems, mobile and Web access.

MozyHome Online Backup

Works on: Windows, Mac

MozyHome Online Backup offers a 2GB online storage for only one PC , which means it does not offer any synchronization. It is a good data backup system with a user friendly interface.

SpiderOak

Works on: Windows, Mac, Linux, Web, Mobile

SpiderOak is one of the popular and widely used backup, syncing and sharing services. It offers a free account that has 2GB of online storage. It also ensures data privacy and security; and makes your data only readable by you.  

SugarSync

Works on: Windows, Mac, Web, Mobile

SugarSync provides a 5GB storage space for free. One thing that makes this service stand out from its competition is the fact that it boasts access on every mobile platform, even Windows Mobile and Symbian.

Wuala

Works on: Windows, Mac, Linux, Web, Mobile

This one is a nice service which offers 2GB of space online for free. It allows backing up data, syncing and sharing does. It also promises of encrypted data. On the whole it is a nice service.