Carbonite

Bottom line: Excellent and comprehensive online backup with easy remote file access, exclusive discount
MyPCBackup

Bottom line: Unique combination of unlimited backup, file syncing across computers, cloud storage and external drive backup
Mozy

Bottom line: Great low-cost online backup with exclusive discount; can back up external drives
LiveDrive Backup

Bottom line: Simple and cheap backup that lets you use unlimited storage space for one computer; nice service for backing things up on the go
SugarSync

Bottom line: Best combination of online backup, cloud storage and multi-device sync; free 30-day trial
JustCloud

Bottom line: Easy to use unlimited backup for one computer, external drive backup and multiple-system syncing abilities
SpiderOak

Bottom line: Most secure, customizable, streamlined file backup for advanced users
SOS Online Backup

Bottom line: Packed with new features, includes 5 computers and local backup; nice interface, savvy mobile apps, and social media backup
IDrive

Bottom line: Solid backup with a lot of configurability; no mobile app access or file sharing
ElephantDrive

Bottom line: Solid online backup with file sharing and the ability to back up to 3 computers, though the interface is not the best
Norton Online Backup

Bottom line: Fast and transparent browser-based backup with file sharing; infrequent backup schedule
IBackup

Bottom line: Geared towards businesses; Exchange and SQL backups; compliance for financial, medical companies
Dropbox

Bottom line: Well-priced solution for file sharing and collaborative work; not true automated backup solution

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If I buy a new computer, will I have to re-subscribe to Carbonite?

April 10th, 2009 - Posted by Caitlin

The following post in our Reader Question series is an actual user submitted question. To maintain the integrity of the original question, we do not edit or change reader questions in any way.

Q: If my computer dies, or if I choose to buy a new computer for whatever reason while I have a current Carbonite subscription, would my current service still continue on the newly replaced computer, or do I have to re-subscribe all over again? I am concerned that if I purchase a 3 year plan (most economical) that I might have to replace my PC within that time frame.

A: You will not need to purchase a new Carbonite subscription if you start using a new computer. You can easily transfer your existing Carbonite subscription to the new computer through the Carbonite website. Just log into your account and click on the "My Protected Computers" tab. From there, you can transfer your Carbonite subscription and you also have the option to restore your backed-up files to the new machine.

To learn more about Carbonite or other online backup services, see our reviews and comparison chart.

One Response to “If I buy a new computer, will I have to re-subscribe to Carbonite?”

  1. edmund low Says:

    If I take my laptop to China, can I access my file without interruption?

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