--- title: Backup, cloning, cyber protection and privacy tools for home users description: Acronis True Image, formerly Home Office - the only personal cyber protection solution that delivers easy-to-use, integrated backup and anti-malware in one canonical_url: https://www.acronis.com/en/products/true-image-b/ locale: en last_updated: 2026-10-27 --- # Backup, cloning, cyber protection and privacy tools for home users Protect your photos, files and entire devices with one easy-to-use solution. Now with boosted security From **€49.99** per year [Buy now](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/true-image/purchasing/?utm_webteam=product-header) [Try now](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/true-image/trial/?utm_webteam=product-header) ![Image 2: Backup, cloning, cyber protection and privacy tools for home users](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/e453b3beb42eca81fee5eb2dd6f77e9e.png) Looking for help? ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is Acronis True Image? Acronis True Image is a complete cyber protection solution that ensures the security of all your information. It can back up your documents, photos, emails, and selected partitions, and even the entire disk drive, including operating system, applications, settings, and all your data. One of its main advantages is the combination of data protection (backup) and security features. ### How does Acronis True Image enhance personal cybersecurity? Acronis True Image backs up your data so that you can recover it in case of a data loss event. In addition to backups, Acronis True Image also protects your data and devices: * Active Protection runs constantly in the background to protect your machines in real time while you work as usual. * Antivirus scans run on-demand to perform in-depth search for malicious software throughout the whole system. * Vulnerability assessment is a daily scan that runs in the background, detects vulnerabilities in your system and apps, and then assesses their severity. * Identity Protection (available only in the U.S.) prevents cybercriminals from stealing your personal information. ### Does Acronis True Image provide real-time threat monitoring? Yes, Acronis True Image provides real-time threat monitoring as part of its comprehensive cyber protection capabilities. The software actively monitors your system for various threats, such as malware, ransomware, and suspicious activities, in real time. When it detects potential threats or security risks, it takes immediate action to block or neutralize them, helping to protect your data and devices from cyberattacks. ### Is Acronis True Image easy to use for non-technical users? Acronis True Image is designed to be user-friendly and accessible to both technical and non-technical users. The user interface is intuitive and straightforward, making it easy for non-technical individuals to navigate and utilize the software effectively. ### Can Acronis True Image serve as computer backup software for my personal devices? Yes, Acronis True Image can serve as computer backup software for your personal devices. It is specifically designed to provide comprehensive cyber protection, including data backup and recovery, for both home and office users. With this software, you can easily create backups of your important files, applications, settings, and even your entire system to protect against data loss due to various scenarios, such as hardware failures, accidental deletions or cyberattacks. ### How can I ensure the best personal cyber security with Acronis True Image? To ensure the best personal cyber security with Acronis True Image, you can follow these essential steps: * **Install and Keep the Software Updated:** Ensure you have the latest version of Acronis True Image installed on all your devices. Regularly check for updates and install them promptly to benefit from the latest security enhancements and bug fixes. * **Enable Real-Time Protection:** Activate real-time threat monitoring, anti-malware, antivirus, and anti-ransomware features to provide continuous protection against various cyber threats. * **Configure Regular Backups:** Set up regular automated backups of your important files, applications, and system. Ensure backups are stored both locally and securely in the Acronis Cloud (if available with your license) to protect against data loss due to hardware failure, accidents or cyberattacks. * **Create Strong Passwords**: Use strong, unique passwords for all your accounts, including your Acronis account. Avoid using easily guessable passwords and consider using a complicated password with different combination of characters and capitalized letters. * **Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)**: Enable 2FA for your Acronis account and other online accounts whenever possible. This adds an extra layer of security, making it more difficult for unauthorized individuals to access your accounts. * **Regularly Review Security Settings**: Periodically review the security settings in Acronis True Image to ensure that they are configured optimally for your needs. * **Keep Your Operating System and Software Updated**: Regularly update your operating system, web browsers, and other software on your devices to patch known vulnerabilities and reduce the risk of exploitation. ### Is Acronis True Image compatible with different operating systems? Yes, Acronis True Image is compatible with different operating systems, allowing you to protect and back up various devices regardless of their platform. The supported operating systems are listed above. ### How does Identity Protection help me? [Identity Protection](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/true-image/features/identity-protection/) (available only in the U.S.) prevents cybercriminals from stealing the information that you share online, such as IDs, email addresses, credentials, financial information, and so on. This personal information can be leaked as a result of a data breach, phishing, or a malware attack. Identity Protection helps you detect data exposure and any suspicious activity related to your information. Product help If you need product assistance, you can find helpful materials in the [Knowledge Base](https://care.acronis.com/s/support-portal/for-individuals). Or, post questions on our [discussion boards](https://forum.acronis.com/). Technical support For subscription owners, there is free, 24-hour technical support. Refer to the [Technical Support Site](https://www.acronis.com/support/protect-home-office/) to find the appropriate support contact. ## The most reliable cyber protection software on the market Protecting memories Device migration Proactive defense ### Backup and recovery Acronis True Image keeps you protected with built-in backup and recovery. Recover files or restore your entire PC after ransomware, malware, corruption, hardware failure, or accidental deletion, so you can quickly get back to a known-good state. * Fast file recovery * Full PC restore * Clean restore points ![Image 3: Backup and recovery](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/214407c8b75abe5f71dc6ff1ed3fd337.png) ### Cloning and migration Moving to a new PC should feel exciting, not stressful. Acronis True Image helps you transfer your digital life more easily — from files and settings to your full system — so you can get set up faster on a new device and feel at home right away. * Clone drives * Move files and settings * Restore your full system ![Image 4: Cloning and migration](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/b45bf1d7f42a68b46a9ff6af1c400dd6.png) ### Integrated cybersecurity Cyber protection helps you stay ahead of everyday digital risks. Scan for malware, block threats in real time, identify vulnerable apps that need urgent updates, and strengthen your security before problems arise. * Real-time protection * Malware scans * Identity Protection (available only in the U.S.) ![Image 5: Integrated cybersecurity](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/4fdd7c191800d829a33576e07fd609c6.png) [![Image 6](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/aadbaf079ed3109ec512a9b9a5eb45dc.png) 100% Detection Rate and 0 False Alarms in independent tests](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-true-image-excels-in-av-test-certification-unmatched-protection-and-usability/) [![Image 7](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/4d5333d1ea505ec644f498b4b7d3593d.png) Best Windows backup software, PCWorld](https://www.pcworld.com/article/407021/best-windows-backup-software.html) [![Image 8](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/2f919f77b7afbe9e3386eef3a49b2135.png) Cybersecurity Excellence Awards Winner](https://cybersecurity-excellence-awards.com/candidates/acronis-cyber-protect-home-office/) [![Image 9](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/03fe5f638ee1ac6a581ecdd72554c749.png) Editors' Choice, PCWorld](https://www.pcworld.com/article/393356/acronis-true-image-review.html) [![Image 10](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/0d56ed0fe1ba43c51e1c0d7f180c1e1b.png) OPSWAT Anti-malware Platinum certification](https://www.opswat.com/blog/opswat-access-control-certification-oaccp-update-for-july-2021) ## Choose the Acronis True Image plan that meets your needs ![Image 11](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/e2dd1fb1981d03efd30e6a2041e11cdd.png) Essentials Keep your files and photos safe with reliable and local backups €49.99/year For 1 computer Cloud is not available Buy now * What's included * Backup and disk cloning * Universal Restore Most popular Advanced Add cloud storage and antivirus for extra peace of mind to keep everything safe €72.99/year For 1 computer 250 GB Buy now * Everything in Essential, plus: * Malware protection * Cloud backup and Microsoft 365 backup Premium Protect it all — files, videos, devices and data — with backup and complete security €124.99/year For 1 computer 1 TB for free Buy now * Everything in Advanced, plus: * Blockchain certification * E-signatures * Ability to add up to 10 TB of cloud storage **Give the gift of cyber protection** [Get Acronis True Image as a gift](https://www.acronis.com/lp/personal/gift/) **Need more details?** [Compare our products in depth](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/true-image-b/#compare) ## Reddit Voices See what the community on Reddit is saying about us. [r/Lenovo “I use Acronis True Image. Still fast and reliable.”](https://www.reddit.com/r/Lenovo/comments/1os5ref/comment/nphbv3o/) [r/asustuf “Acronis True Image and you're safe anytime. I have a backup of my System drive in it's “best state”. If things ever go south, I restore it to it's previous best state.”](https://www.reddit.com/r/Asustuf/comments/1oyjkye/comment/np4re6p/) [r/Windows10 “Acronis True Image is also a good backup utility that can either run in Windows, or make a Linux-based USB stick backup that can boot to a slim Linux, and make a backup outside of Windows.”](https://www.reddit.com/r/Windows10/comments/1muhu1d/microsoft_admits_it_broke_reset_this_pc_in/n9q6cgq/) [r/windows “Acronis True Image is worth every penny when it comes to moving PCs.”](https://www.reddit.com/r/windows/comments/1mj4cix/comment/n7uhi2d/) [r/AMDHelp “There's no better cloning software than Acronis. You have to pay for it admittedly but that's the cost of reliable data transfer.”](https://www.reddit.com/r/AMDHelp/comments/1lcdsri/comment/my0z4q1/) ## Explore the difference: Acronis True Image vs cloud storage Cloud storage is useful for sharing and accessing files across devices, but it is not designed to fully recover your digital life when the unexpected happens. | Capability | Acronis True Image | Cloud storage services | | --- | --- | --- | | Sync files across devices | ✅ | ✅ | | Share files with others | ✅ | ✅ | | Backs up files, folders and full systems | ✅ | ❌ | | Protects against ransomware and malware | ✅ | ❌ | | Restores after crashes, corruption or user error | ✅ | ❌ | | Helps move everything to a new device | ✅ | ❌ | * 22+ years on the market * 5.5 million+ users worldwide * 500 million+ backups and clones ## Protect and recover everything that matters Don't rely on luck or tools that solve one problem — protect what matters and restore it when needed. Acronis True Image is an all-in-one personal cyber protection solution that helps keep your files, photos, and PCs safe. It combines backup, recovery, anti-malware, ransomware protection, and cloning so you can stay protected from crashes, deletion, viruses, ransomware, accidental disaster, hardware failure and digital headaches. ![Image 12: Acronis](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/163ce0ad95f4fe289318f019606e8d3e.png) 2:08 [Acronis (2:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tk1i4Ixnon0) ### Back up everything Protect files, apps and full systems — all connected in one place. Acronis True Image makes it easier to create reliable backups so you always have a way back when something goes wrong. ### Disk cloning Move your system to a new drive or PC, recover quickly, and keep working. Clone disks, migrate systems and restore your digital setup with less stress. ### Stay protected Block malware and ransomware, scan for threats, and reduce everyday risk with cyber protection that works alongside your backups. ## What the experts say [![Image 13: Case study](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/3dc0b756d6b8386ea3560e65065bf142.png)](https://www.acronis.com/en/resource-center/resource/renowned-composer-william-goldstein-relies-on-acronis-true-image-to-protect-his-valuable-music-files/) Case study ### [Renowned composer William Goldstein relies on Acronis True Image to protect his valuable music files](https://www.acronis.com/en/resource-center/resource/renowned-composer-william-goldstein-relies-on-acronis-true-image-to-protect-his-valuable-music-files/) “The backups I make with Acronis True Image are part of my life. They make it possible for me to access my work and be able to get back to it.” **William Goldstein** Grammy-nominated composer, pianist and recording artist [Read case study](https://www.acronis.com/en/resource-center/resource/renowned-composer-william-goldstein-relies-on-acronis-true-image-to-protect-his-valuable-music-files/) [![Image 14: Case study](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/a3eeb966eded0c71ac0aa3eb76db75e6.png)](https://www.acronis.com/en/resource-center/resource/case-study-eli-yablonovitch/) Case study ### [Acronis True Image has saved my career on numerous occasions](https://www.acronis.com/en/resource-center/resource/case-study-eli-yablonovitch/) “I was hit by a ransomware attack and a gentleman told me on the phone that I should pay a certain amount of money to get my data back. But in the back of my head, I knew that I had the ace card as I had Acronis True Image.” **Eli Yablonovitch** Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at UC Berkeley [Read case study](https://www.acronis.com/en/resource-center/resource/case-study-eli-yablonovitch/) ## Trustpilot reviews Acronis solutions are trusted by thousands worldwide Acronis True Image ## Backup, cloning, cyber protection and privacy tools for home users [Buy now](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/true-image/purchasing/?utm_webteam=product-slice) [Try now](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/true-image/trial/?utm_webteam=product-slice) ## Supported platforms ### Microsoft Windows * Windows 11 (64-bit) * Windows 10 (64-bit) ### File systems on Windows * NTFS * Ext2/Ext3/Ext4 * ReiserFS(3) (Supported only for disk or partition backup/recovery operations) * Linux SWAP (Supported only for disk or partition backup/recovery operations) * HFS+/HFSX (Supported only for disk or partition recovery and cloning operations (without resizing)) * FAT16/32/exFAT (Disk or partition operations without resize. Supported only for disk or partition backup/recovery operations.) ### Apple macOS * macOS Tahoe 26 * macOS Sequoia 15 * macOS Sonoma 14 * macOS Ventura 13 * macOS Monterey 12 ### File systems on macOS * APFS * HFS+ * FAT32 * NTFS (including Boot Camp) ### Mobile operating systems * iOS 15 or later * Android 10 or later ## Want to learn more? Read the latest news and articles on our blog. [Acronis Blog](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/) ![Image 15: Best antivirus for Windows 11: Guide to choosing the right software](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-card/ce9cf68c9a85a1451d89cb2d9af58ff1.png) [Best antivirus for Windows 11: Guide to choosing the right software](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/best-antivirus-for-windows-11/) Discover the best antivirus software for Windows 11 that provide robust protection against threats. Read our expert picks to secure your device today. **April 03, 2026**18 min read ![Image 16: How to protect sensitive data: A practical guide for individuals](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-card/b3a43006404113df2bac98461f8952bf.png) [How to protect sensitive data: A practical guide for individuals](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-to-protect-sensitive-data/) Acronis True Image is a personal backup and cybersecurity software designed to help individuals protect sensitive data through encrypted backups, ransomware protection, and reliable recovery options. Instead of manually copying files or relying solely on cloud folders, you can automate secure backups of your entire system or selected files. For U.S. customers with Advanced or Premium subscriptions, it also includes Identity P **March 20, 2026**12 min read ![Image 17: How to scan for malware?](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/blog-card/d7369abadbb9827f721d6c9ca26ce15f.png) [How to scan for malware?](https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/how-to-scan-for-malware/) Learn how to scan for malware step by step with this comprehensive guide to keep your devices protected. Get the best antimalware from Acronis True Image. **January 21, 2026**10 min read