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The Good Things Add Up

Imagine your digital world—photos, movies, and documents—spread across multiple devices like phones, tablets, and laptops. Managing all these files can quickly become overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created the Seagate Backup Plus portable hard drive, designed to make file management effortless. With this premium portable drive, you can easily store, organize, and access your important content from all your devices, ensuring a hassle-free, balanced digital experience. 

High Capacity. Stellar Style.

Seagate Backup Plus portable hard drive offers up to 5TB of storage, which is perfect for everything from tax documents to high-resolution photos and videos. Its sleek, brushed metal design adds a refined touch to your setup, blending style with functionality. Enjoy reliable performance and ample space, all in a drive that complements your personal style.

Effortless Backups Made Easy

Whether you’re meticulous about backing up your device or tend to put it off, the Seagate Backup Plus portable hard drive has you covered. With a suite of user-friendly tools, you can save your files with just one click or schedule automatic backups by the hour, day, week, or month. Plus, mirror folders for streamlined file management, so your data stays safe and organized.

Control Your Content with Mylio Photos+

Organize, declutter, and enhance your photos and videos with a 6-month complimentary subscription to Mylio Photos+ plan. Bring your scattered media together in one library that’s private and protected—and easily preserve family memories for generations to come. ¹,⁴

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Dropbox Backup Plan

Automatically back up one computer and one external drive with a 6-month free trial of the Dropbox Backup plan. Keep a copy of your files in the cloud and quickly restore any accidentally deleted data.²,⁴

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Simple Backup and File Management

Seagate Toolkit software makes managing your backups effortless. With an intuitive interface, you can create on-demand backups with one click or schedule automatic backups on your terms—hourly, daily, or weekly. The folder mirroring feature keeps files synced across devices, always keeping your data safe and up to date.
Rescue Data Recovery Services

Protection When You Need It Most

In the event of the unexpected—whether it’s water damage, a natural disaster, or accidental drops—Rescue Data Recovery Services is here to safeguard your data. With expert recovery support, you can avoid the high costs of data retrieval, giving you peace of mind knowing your files are in good hands.³

Seagate Backup Plus Portable Hard Drive FAQs

Still have questions about our Backup Plus hard drives? Check out the answers to frequently asked questions below.

Connecting the Seagate Backup Plus external hard drive is straightforward. Just plug the included USB 3.0 cable into your computer, and you’re ready to go. No extra software is needed—...it's truly plug-and-play.

Yes, the Seagate Backup Plus is compatible with Windows and Mac OS. If you plan to use it with Time Machine on a Mac, you might need to reformat it first, but this is a straightforward process. It’s also compatible with Chromebook. 

Seagate Backup Plus offers more advanced features—like automatic backups and cloud integration—making it ideal for users who want more than basic storage. The Seagate Expansion hard drive is a simpler option for those who need straightforward storage without extra features.

Absolutely. Seagate Backup Plus functions perfectly as an external hard drive, allowing you to store and access files across different devices whenever you need.

Seagate Backup Plus portable hard drive is available in a range of capacities—from 1TB to 5TB—giving you ample storage for photos, videos, documents, and more. Whether you need extra space for everyday files or large media libraries, there’s an option to fit your needs, allowing you to back up and store all your data with ease.

No special software is required to use the Seagate Backup Plus portable hard drive, but it does come with Seagate Toolkit software for easier file management. With this tool, you can initiate on-demand backups or schedule automatic backups to be sure your data is always protected. It’s a simple, user-friendly option for managing your backups.

Yes, the Seagate Backup Plus portable hard drive is compatible with Chromebooks. It connects via a simple USB connection, allowing you to back up and store files, photos, and videos without any additional setup. It’s a reliable solution for expanding your Chromebook storage and ensuring your data is easily accessible and protected.

Seagate Backup Plus portable hard drive is designed to be both lightweight and durable, with a protective metal casing. While it’s not shockproof or water-resistant, it can withstand typical daily use, including travel. For added protection, you can use Seagate Rescue Data Recovery Services in case of accidental damage or data loss.

At Seagate, we obsess over quality assurance.

A product you can count on is one that keeps getting high-quality scores over its lifetime—no matter when it’s tested.

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  1. Not available in all countries. 6-month Mylio Photos+ subscription is redeemable during product registration. See www.mylio.com/terms-of-service/ for applicable terms and www.mylio.com/privacy/ for privacy policy. Internet connection required.

  2. Not available in all areas, including China. 6-month Dropbox trial is redeemable during product registration. Offer open to new Dropbox users and existing Dropbox Basic users. Customers may only claim the offer once. A credit card is required to create an account but will not be charged until the trial ends. Internet connection required.

  3. Not available in all countries.

  4. Trial subscriptions are subject to change in vendor or terms. Please refer to drive packaging for official offer.