SQLBackupAndFTP
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What is SQLBackupAndFTP
SQLBackupAndFTP is a Windows-based utility for backing up Microsoft SQL Server databases and automatically copying those backups to local/network storage or offsite destinations such as FTP/SFTP/FTPS and cloud storage. It targets small to mid-sized teams and administrators who want scheduled SQL Server backups with simple offsite replication and basic retention management. The product combines SQL Server backup job orchestration with file transfer and storage connectors in a single tool rather than operating as a full managed file transfer platform.
SQL Server-focused automation
It is designed specifically around Microsoft SQL Server backup workflows, including scheduling and job management from a Windows interface. This focus can reduce setup effort compared with general-purpose transfer tools that require separate backup scripting. It supports common operational needs such as running recurring backups and moving resulting files to secondary storage. The scope aligns well with DBA and Windows admin tasks rather than enterprise integration projects.
Multiple offsite copy options
The tool supports copying backup files to several destination types, including FTP-family protocols and cloud storage connectors. This enables a straightforward “backup then replicate” pattern without deploying a separate transfer server. It can help standardize offsite backup handling across multiple SQL instances. For teams that primarily move backup files, this is often simpler than adopting broader file transfer suites.
Retention and housekeeping controls
SQLBackupAndFTP includes options to manage backup file retention and cleanup to limit storage growth. Centralizing retention rules with the backup job reduces reliance on external scripts and manual deletion. This is useful for environments where backups are copied to multiple locations and need consistent lifecycle handling. It also supports operational monitoring needs at a basic level (e.g., job outcomes).
Not a full MFT suite
The product centers on SQL Server backup and backup-file copying, not on enterprise managed file transfer capabilities. Organizations needing advanced workflow orchestration, partner onboarding, granular policy enforcement, and extensive auditing typically require a dedicated MFT platform. It may not cover complex B2B/EDI-style exchanges or large-scale file operations beyond backups. This can limit suitability for regulated, multi-tenant, or high-governance transfer programs.
Windows and SQL Server scope
SQLBackupAndFTP is primarily oriented to Microsoft SQL Server environments and Windows-based administration. It is not positioned as a cross-database backup platform for heterogeneous estates (e.g., multiple database engines) or as a general server image/VM backup tool. Teams with mixed infrastructure may need additional products for non-SQL workloads. This can increase tool sprawl in broader backup strategies.
Limited integration depth
While it provides destination connectors, it is not typically used as a general data integration tool for transforming or routing business data between applications. Integration features such as schema mapping, API-led orchestration, and complex event-driven pipelines are outside its core design. If the requirement is data movement with transformation and governance, a dedicated integration platform is usually a better fit. As a result, it is best treated as backup automation with transfer capabilities rather than an integration hub.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 (perpetually free) | Back up up to 2 databases on schedule (to network/FTP/NAS). Downloads convert to Free edition after trial expiration. |
| Lite | $39 (one-time license) | Scheduled backups for up to 5 databases. Entry-level paid edition. |
| Standard | $89 (one-time license) | Unlimited scheduled database backups; supports differential and transaction-log backups (local SQL Server); additional destinations/features vs Lite. |
| Professional | $129 (one-time license) | Full feature set including Amazon S3 (and S3-compatible), Azure Storage, OneDrive for Business, AES encryption, remote/Azure/RDS backups, log shipping, files & folders backup. |
| Professional Lifetime | $499 (one-time license) | "Lifetime" edition (one-time fee) — includes lifetime updates / maintenance and the Full-Service benefits (no recurring fee). |
| Professional (1 database edition) | $20 (one-time per-license; minimum purchase 5 licenses; see notes) | Full Professional functionality but limited to scheduled backups for a single database. Minimum purchase of 5 licenses required (so $100 minimum outlay). |
| Full-Service subscription (optional, annual) | Professional Lifetime: $0/yr; Professional: $68/yr; Standard: $48/yr; Lite: $28/yr | Optional yearly subscription that provides auto-updates, web log (online backup history), direct email support, use of SQLBackupAndFTP mail servers for notifications, and service-down alerts. There is a 50% discount for the first year if purchased together with a license; purchases include 1 month subscription if not bought with the license. |
Notes: Volume discounts apply (15% discount for purchases of at least 2 computers; special pricing for >50 computers). 30‑day money‑back guarantee. Pricing and exact feature/destination availability per edition are documented on the vendor site.
