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:
- Go to File> Back Up Company > Create Local back up
- 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!

