Backup & Recovery Policy Template for Small Business
Defines what gets backed up, how often, how backups are protected from ransomware and how restores are tested.
- Editable Word (.docx) + PDF
- Fill-in [BRACKETED] fields and guidance notes
- Approval page, staff acknowledgment and revision history
- Written for businesses with 5 to 100 employees
Why a small business needs a backup & recovery policy
Backups that are connected, untested or not immutable often fail exactly when ransomware hits. This policy defines what "good" looks like and gives you a restore-test log as evidence.
What's inside this backup policy template
Besides the standard purpose, scope, roles, exceptions, enforcement and review sections, this template covers:
- Backup Requirements
- Protecting Backups
- Monitoring
- Restore Testing
- Recovery Procedure
Guidance notes explain the choices to make, for example which settings an insurer may ask about. Delete them before publishing. This template is not legal advice and does not certify compliance with any standard.
This policy is also included in the Starter Kit ($29) and the Complete Bundle ($79).
How it works
- Buy securely through Stripe checkout.
- Download instantly from your private download page.
- Open in Word or Google Docs and replace [COMPANY NAME] and the other fields.
- Follow the guidance notes, get approval and share with staff.
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