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What is Barracuda Entra ID Backup Premium

Barracuda Entra ID Backup Premium is a SaaS backup and recovery product focused on protecting Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) identity configuration data. It targets IT and security teams that need to restore directory objects and settings after accidental deletion, misconfiguration, or malicious changes. The service emphasizes Entra ID–specific coverage (directory objects, roles, and configuration) rather than general endpoint or server backup, and it is delivered as a cloud-managed offering.

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Purpose-built for Entra ID

The product focuses on backing up and restoring Microsoft Entra ID data, which is often not covered in depth by general-purpose backup tools. This specialization can simplify recovery workflows for identity objects and configuration compared with broader backup platforms that prioritize files, endpoints, or virtual machines. It is positioned for scenarios such as tenant misconfiguration, accidental admin changes, and recovery of deleted identity objects.

Cloud-managed deployment model

As a SaaS-delivered service, it reduces the need to deploy and maintain backup infrastructure. This can be useful for organizations that prefer centralized administration and faster onboarding for Microsoft cloud services. The model aligns with IT teams that want backup operations managed through a web console rather than on-premises appliances.

Aligns with identity recovery needs

Entra ID is a critical dependency for access to Microsoft 365 and many third-party SaaS applications, so having a dedicated backup can support business continuity. The product is oriented toward restoring identity-related data after operational mistakes or security incidents. This complements broader Microsoft 365 backup approaches that may focus more heavily on Exchange, OneDrive, SharePoint, or Teams content.

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Narrow scope beyond Entra ID

The product’s core value centers on Entra ID, so it may not address broader backup requirements such as endpoints, servers, databases, or multi-cloud workloads. Organizations looking for a single platform to cover many data sources may need additional tools. This can increase vendor sprawl and require separate policy and reporting processes.

Microsoft dependency and permissions

Backup and restore capabilities depend on Microsoft APIs and the permissions granted in the tenant. Changes to Microsoft service behavior, throttling, or API limitations can affect backup cadence or restore granularity. Security teams may also require careful review of delegated access and administrative consent for identity data protection.

Restore granularity may vary

Identity platforms include complex relationships (groups, roles, app registrations, conditional access, and dependencies), and not all elements always restore cleanly in every scenario. Some recoveries may require additional validation and manual remediation to ensure access policies and integrations behave as expected. Buyers typically need to confirm which Entra ID object types and configurations are covered and how point-in-time restores handle dependencies.

Plan & Pricing

Plan Price Key features & notes
Entra ID Backup Basic (included) Included with Barracuda Cloud-to-Cloud Backup — pricing via quote / contact sales Protects Users, Groups, Roles, Administrative Units. Included at no additional charge when Cloud-to-Cloud Backup for Microsoft 365 is licensed. Unlimited storage/retention via Barracuda Cloud Storage.
Entra ID Backup Premium (standalone or upgrade) Not published on Barracuda website — contact Barracuda sales for pricing Protects all Basic objects plus App Registrations, Audit Logs, Authentication Method Policies, Authentication Strength Policies, BitLocker Keys, Conditional Access Policies, Device Management (Intune Policies), Enterprise Applications, Named Locations. Licensed per-user (all users in tenant must be licensed). Can be purchased standalone or as subscription with Barracuda Cloud-to-Cloud Backup. Free 14-day trial available via Cloud-to-Cloud Backup signup.

Notes: Cloud-to-Cloud Backup pricing is provided by customized quote; Barracuda support documentation references an approximate list price of ~$3.40 per user/month for Barracuda's cloud backup offering, but Entra ID Backup Premium standalone pricing is not published — contact sales.

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