What does Intuit data Protect do?

What does Intuit data Protect do?

Intuit Data Protect is a backup service. You can backup your entire computer or just your QuickBooks files and folders. Once you set it up, it backups your data every day. We’ll show you how to set up and schedule your backups.

How do I open Intuit data Protect?

To open Intuit Data Protect, log in to your company file and go to File > Back Up Company > Setup/Activate Online Backup. OR: From the System Tray, find and right-click the IDP icon (green padlock) and select Open Intuit Data Protect. Click Sign out in the Intuit Data Protect window. Tip!

Does QuickBooks do automatic backups?

Schedule automatic backups. Instead of manually backing up your company file, let QuickBooks do it automatically. In QuickBooks, go to the File menu and select Switch to Single-user Mode. Go to the File menu again and hover over Back up Company.

How do I turn off automatic backup in QuickBooks?

Here’s how:

1. Go to the File menu, select Back Up Company, and then click Create Local Backup.
2. Select Local Backup and click Next.
3. Click Save it now and schedule future backups, then select Next.
4. Select a scheduled backup, then click Remove.
5. Click Yes, then select Finish.

Where does Intuit data Protect backup to?

Intuit Data Protect is a subscription back up service. Use it to back up your QuickBooks files and folders. Set up Intuit Data Protect to back up your files remotely once a day. Or you can make a backup manually at any time.

How do I get rid of Intuit data Protect?

Disable or remove Intuit Data Protect

1. Click the Windows logo.
2. Go to Startup Folder.
3. Right-click Intuit Data Protect and click Delete.

Is there a charge for Intuit data Protect?

The subscription to Intuit Data Protect costs $4.95/month or $49.95 annually for back up of your Quick Books files. If you want to protect your entire computer, the cost is $9.95/month or $99.95 annually.

How do I change backup settings in QuickBooks?

Change Backup Settings

1. Open Intuit Data Protect.
2. Select Change backup settings.
3. On the Select QuickBooks Data window, choose the files you want to backup, then select Continue.
4. Select Continue.
5. Select Continue again, then choose your backup time.
6. Select Continue to save the changes, then exit from the settings window.

What does Intuit data Protect cost?

$4.95/month
The subscription to Intuit Data Protect costs $4.95/month or $49.95 annually for back up of your Quick Books files. If you want to protect your entire computer, the cost is $9.95/month or $99.95 annually.

Is Intuit data Protect included with Enterprise?

Attention: Intuit Data Protect is included in all QuickBooks Desktop Pro Plus, Premier Plus and Enterprise subscriptions.

How do I fix Intuit data Protect in QuickBooks desktop?

Solution 4: Use the Intuit Data Protect Diagnostic tool

1. Right-click the Intuit Data Protect icon and select About Intuit Data Protect.
2. Press the Ctrl + F2 keys on your keyboard to open the Intuit Data Protect Diagnostic tool.
3. Select Run Diagnostics.
4. If the tool detects a problem, an error window will display.

Where should I save my QuickBooks backups?

Select the Back Up Company option under the File menu. Select Create Local Backup and choose Local Backup. Click Options and select where you want to store your backup. It’s best to store it on an external hard drive or online.

How do I turn off Intuit data Protect?

Can’t set up Intuit data Protect?

Solution 1: Make sure the Windows firewall isn’t blocking Intuit Data Protect

1. Press the Windows key on your keyboard, and type Firewall in the search field.
2. Select Allow an app through Windows Firewall, then Allow another app.
3. Select Browse and go to Program Files(x86)\Common Files\Intuit\Data Protect.

Why is my Intuit data protect not working?

Solution 1: Make sure the Windows firewall isn’t blocking Intuit Data Protect. Intuit Data Protect needs access to your firewall. Check your firewall to make sure important files are allowed.

Can I put QuickBooks on an external hard drive?

We don’t recommend running QuickBooks from a portable drive, JenniferGrace. One of the system requirements for QuickBooks is to install it on a particular system or environment that was designed for. Hence, you need a 4X DVD-ROM drive for CD installations.

What is QBIDPService EXE?

The genuine QBIDPService.exe file is a software component of QuickBooks by Intuit. An online backup service, QuickBooks Data Protect constantly monitors your system for changes and backs your files up to a cloud server. This application starts with Windows and coordinates the backup process with the remote server.

What is Intuit data protect and should I use it?

At the bottom right of your Desktop screen,right-click the Data Protect icon,then select Open Intuit Data Protect.

How to install Intuit data protect?

Select the up arrow^on your desktop toolbar. It’s usually in the lower-right corner near the clock.

How to turn off Intuit data protect?

– From the System Tray, right-click Intuit Data Protect and select About Intuit Data Protect. – The About Intuit Data Protect window opens. Press CTRL+F2 simultaneously to open the IDP Diagnostic tool. – Click Log out.

How to backup your computer and protect data?

Open Start.