Backup and Recovery Policy

This document outlines the policies and procedures for backing up and recovering data within the organization.

1. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all critical data is backed up regularly and can be recovered in the event of data loss.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all employees and contractors who handle organizational data.

3. Backup Procedures

3.1 Frequency of Backups

Backups will be performed on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis depending on the data type:

• Daily: User-generated content

• Weekly: Application data

• Monthly: System configurations

3.2 Backup Storage

Backups will be stored in both on-site and off-site locations to ensure data redundancy.

4. Recovery Procedures

4.1 Data Recovery Process

In the event of data loss, the following steps will be taken:

1. Identify the data loss incident.

2. Determine the most recent backup available.

3. Restore data from the backup.

4.2 Testing Recovery

Regular testing of the recovery process will be conducted quarterly to ensure effectiveness.

5. Roles and Responsibilities

All employees are responsible for adhering to this policy. The IT department will oversee the backup and recovery processes.

6. Best Practices

To ensure data integrity, follow these best practices:

• Regularly update backup software.

• Encrypt sensitive data during backup.

• Document all backup and recovery procedures.