Is Your QuickBooks Desktop File Being Backed Up?
Connie Wolf • April 16, 2026

If you don’t know, it may be a good idea to check. There are many different options for backing up your QB files:


  • You can consult your IT person to have your back up done online and automatically
  • QB has a feature to back up your file every time you close your company file or schedule a backup the same time each day, week, month, etc.
  • You can save it to a USB stick, to a Dropbox file, or anywhere that is convenient for you


No matter when, where or how, please be sure your data is being backed up.


In your QB desktop:

  1. Go to File> Back Up Company > Create Local back up
  2. Choose local back up and Options at the bottom

This will allow you to choose where to save and how often as well as naming the file.

Take a moment and make sure your information is backed up one way or another! Call us with any questions!