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From fast backups to instant recovery, NAKIVO delivers enterprise-grade protection for Amazon EC2 across accounts, regions, and clouds – all in one unified web-based platform.

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Fast, Reliable Backup for Amazon EC2 Instances

Back up Amazon EC2 instances without agents, recover files instantly and protect data from ransomware. NAKIVO offers seamless AWS integration, hybrid storage options and automation to simplify backup and disaster recovery in your cloud environment.

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Fast, Reliable Backup for Amazon EC2 Instances

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Why NAKIVO for AWS EC2 Backup

Agentless Incremental Backup

Image-based, incremental backups of AWS EC2 instances for faster backups and space savings.

Hybrid Ready

Multiple storage locations across various cloud platforms with centralized management.

Anti-Ransomware Protection

Store encrypted Amazon EC2 backups in ransomware-proof local and cloud repositories.

Instant Recovery

Instantly recover individual files and application objects with near-zero recovery time objectives (RTOs).

Full Integration with AWS

Send backups to other Amazon EC2 regions/accounts or to Amazon S3 for more cost-efficient storage.

Deploy as AWS AMI

Deploy the solution as a pre-configured Amazon Machine Image from AWS Marketplace.

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Back Up AWS EC2 and Recover in Minutes

Image-based, Incremental AWS EC2 Backup

Image-based, Incremental AWS EC2 Backup

Create agentless, image-based backups of instances hosted in Amazon EC2. Using a proprietary change-tracking technology, the solution transfers only changed blocks of data after the initial full backup of AWS EC2 instances.

Backup Data Consistency for Microsoft Apps

Backup Data Consistency for Microsoft Apps

Ensure the consistency of Microsoft application data in SQL Server, Exchange Server and Active Directory with app-aware backups. App-aware mode is available for both Windows- and Linux-based instances.

Advanced Backup Tiering

Advanced Backup Tiering

Isolate EC2 backups from production by sending them to Amazon S3. Choose from multiple backup destinations, including Azure Blob, Wasabi, Backblaze B2 or your own data center. Avoid a single point of failure, reduce storage costs and maintain centralized control across hybrid or multi-cloud environments.

Multiple Recovery Options

Multiple Recovery Options

Recover full EC2 instances, individual files or app objects in just a few clicks. Restore to the original or a custom location, with full control over instance type, region, network and security groups. Meet tight recovery time objectives (RTOs) and keep your IT and business operations running without disruption.

Anti-Ransomware Features

Anti-Ransomware Features

Keep EC2 backups safe with built-in immutability. Store them in ransomware-proof cloud repositories like Amazon S3, Wasabi, Azure Blob, S3-compatible storage or deduplication appliances. You can also use local Linux-based repositories deployed via NAKIVO’s hardened Amazon Machine Image (AMI). No extra setup – enable immutability directly in the interface and lock backups for as long as needed.

AWS EC2 Backup Automation

AWS EC2 Backup Automation

Whether you're protecting a single site or a distributed environment, NAKIVO Backup & Replication offers a web-based dashboard you can manage from anywhere. Automate EC2 backups at scale with custom policies that detect and protect instances based on tags, names, or size – no manual setup needed. Integrate seamlessly with orchestration and monitoring tools via HTTP API for streamlined, centralized backup management.

Amazon EC2 Backup Archival

Amazon EC2 Backup Archival

Meet industry and regulatory retention requirements with up to 4,000 recovery points. Use the grandfather-father-son (GFS) scheme to rotate the recovery points daily, weekly, monthly and yearly. Save storage space while retaining Amazon EC2 backup data for as long as needed.

Advanced Access Control

Advanced Access Control

Secure EC2 backups with end-to-end encryption – at source, in transit and at rest. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) via Google Authenticator and manage user permissions with role-based access control (RBAC). Assign custom or preset roles to control who can access the solution and what actions they can take.

Backup Performance Optimization

Backup Performance Optimization

With Network Acceleration, reduce network load by up to 50% and double data transfer speeds over WAN. Use Advanced Bandwidth Throttling to set bandwidth limits during peak hours, keeping backups fast but non-disruptive.

Stay Compliant with Security Standards

Stay Compliant with Security Standards

Meet key compliance requirements with built-in security, ransomware protection and flexible storage options. NAKIVO helps you align with frameworks like NIS2 and NIST, and comply with regulations such as GDPR and HIPAA.

Affordable Pricing
for Amazon EC2 Backup

Flexible licensing built for cloud, hybrid and multi-region AWS environments. Choose the edition that fits your EC2 infrastructure and get 24/7 expert support to keep your data protected at all times.
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“Should we experience a host failure or lose data by any means, we are safe in knowing NAKIVO Backup & Replication is able to restore our VMs in a quick and safe fashion, whether from local storage or from cloud.”
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“NAKIVO Backup & Replication provides us with ultimate speed, performance, and granularity, and eliminates the need to purchase any add-ons for cloud integration.”
Tony Maynard, Manager of Information Technology at Charlotte Radiology
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“In addition to saving time and money, NAKIVO Backup & Replication guarantees reliable backups, as well as integration with various cloud platforms.”
Silvia Marta, CEO at Siggi Group
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“NAKIVO Backup & Replication protects our hybrid environment with VM backup and ensures business continuity with quick recovery.”
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NAKIVO Backup & Replication Datasheet

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A Complete Guide to Hybrid Cloud Backup

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FAQ

Can I recover individual files from Amazon EC2 backup?

Yes. The NAKIVO solution offers full and instant granular recovery. Using the search bar, you can locate instances, files or application objects and recover them to their original or a different location with just a few clicks.

Can I use the NAKIVO solution for AWS EC2 ransomware protection and recovery?

Yes. Protect your EC2 backups from ransomware with strict access controls and advanced encryption options for data in transit, at rest and at the source. The solution allows you to create immutable backups that cannot be altered or deleted, stored in secure cloud repositories such as Amazon S3, Wasabi and Azure Blob, or in deduplication appliances and local Linux-based repositories. These backups can be reliably used for recovery in the event of a ransomware incident. For added protection, you can physically air-gap backups by storing them on removable storage devices, keeping them isolated from the network and potential threats.

How is the NAKIVO solution licensed?

You can use the solution to protect Amazon EC2 instances with a subscription license, which is licensed per instance. Subscription licenses are available in several editions to better serve the data protection needs of different organizations. Explore pricing and editions.

Can I use the NAKIVO solution for disaster recovery?

Absolutely. The solution delivers a comprehensive set of disaster recovery features for Amazon EC2 workloads, including replication, replication from backup, automated failover and DR orchestration through Site Recovery. To minimize downtime and prevent data loss, you can build custom disaster recovery workflows with actions such as failover to a replica, failback, starting or stopping instances, running jobs or scripts, attaching or detaching repositories, sending email notifications and checking specific conditions. These capabilities enable fast, controlled recovery and help maintain business continuity in the event of a failure or disaster.

How to back up AWS EC2 instances with NAKIVO Backup & Replication?

To back up Amazon EC2 instances with NAKIVO, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open the Amazon EC2 Backup Job wizard.
  2. Choose the AWS account(s), the instance region(s) or the instance(s) you want to back up.
  3. Choose a backup destination. You can choose the same destination for all EC2 instances or configure different destinations for each instance.
  4. Schedule automatic backups of EC2 instances.
  5. Configure the retention policy.
  6. Enable immutability and set its duration.
  7. Configure additional options, such as change tracking, app-aware mode, pre- and post-scripts, etc.
  8. Run your AWS EC2 instance backup.

Refer to the NAKIVO User Guide for detailed instructions and setup guidance.

Can I try Backup for AWS EC2 from NAKIVO for free?

Yes. Get 15 days of free protection for your Amazon EC2 instances with the Free Trial of NAKIVO Backup & Replication. The Free Trial is a full-featured version of the solution you can use for the protection of your Amazon EC2 environment as well as your virtual, physical and SaaS environments. Download, install and run the Free Trial of the solution in mere minutes! No credit card is required.