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Prevent data loss from a failing drive
Carbon Copy Cloner (CCC) lets you make an exact clone of your hard drive and keep it synchronized to a separate disk. By maintaining a current clone, you have a ready-to-use copy of your system and files if the original drive fails.
Recommended alternative
If you want another option, SuperDuper! is a popular, free alternative that also supports creating bootable clones and basic backup tasks.
Key capabilities
- Advanced users can add pre- and post-backup shell scripts to customize the cloning process.
- Schedule backups to run automatically on chosen days and times so you don’t have to start them manually.
- Create a disk image for archival or transfer purposes.
- Review a report of items removed during cloning to confirm what was excluded or cleaned up.
Usability and setup
CCC provides a straightforward interface where you pick the source (drives or folders) and the destination drive. It’s designed to be simple for everyday users while still offering deeper controls for power users. Note: the target drive must be connected locally for a backup or clone task to begin.
Final recommendation
Carbon Copy Cloner is a solid choice for cloning and backing up your drive. It combines ease of use with useful advanced features, making it a highly recommended solution for protecting your data.
Technical
- Mac
- Free
