Many users of Android devices know that experiments with firmware, installation of various add-ons and fixes quite often lead to the device not working, which can only be corrected by installing the system completely, and this process involves completely clearing the memory of all information. In the event that the user has taken care of creating backup copy important data, or even better, a full system backup; restoring the device to the “as it was before...” state will take a matter of minutes.

There are many ways to make a backup copy of certain user information or a complete system backup. What is the difference between these concepts and for which devices is it advisable to use one or another method will be discussed below.

A backup copy of personal information means saving data and content generated by the user during the operation of the Android device. Such information may include a list installed applications, photos taken by the device’s camera or received from other users, contacts, notes, music and video files, browser bookmarks, etc.

One of the most reliable, and most importantly simple ways To save personal data contained in the Android device is to synchronize data from the device’s memory with cloud storage.

Full system backup

The above methods and similar actions allow you to save the most valuable information. But when flashing devices, not only contacts, photos, etc. are often lost, because manipulation of device memory sections involves clearing them of absolutely all data. To reserve the opportunity to return to the previous state of software and data, you only need a full backup of the system, i.e., a copy of all or certain sections of the device’s memory. In other words, it creates full clone or a copy of the software part into special files with the ability to restore the device to its previous state later. This will require the user to have certain tools and knowledge, but can guarantee complete safety of absolutely all information.

Where to store the backup? When it comes to long-term storage, in the best possible way there will be use of cloud storage. When saving information using the methods described below, it is advisable to use a memory card installed in the device. If it is not available, you can save backup files to the internal memory of the device, but in this case it is recommended to immediately copy the backup files to a more reliable location, such as a PC drive, immediately after creation.

Method 1: TWRP Recovery

From the user's point of view, the simplest method of creating a backup is to use a modified recovery environment for this purpose - custom recovery. The most functional among such solutions is TWRP Recovery.

Method 2: CWM Recovery + Android ROM Manager App

As in the previous method, when creating a backup of the Android firmware, a modified recovery environment will be used, only from a different developer - the ClockworkMod - CWM Recovery team. In general, the method is similar to using TWRP and provides no less functional results - i.e. firmware backup files. At the same time, CWM Recovery does not have the capabilities that many users need to manage the process of creating a backup; for example, it is impossible to select individual partitions for creating a backup. But the developers offer their users a good Android application, ROM Manager, using the functions of which you can start creating a backup directly from the operating system.

Method 3: Titanium Backup Android App

Titanium Backup is a very powerful, yet quite easy-to-use tool for creating system backups. Using the tool, you can save all installed applications and their data, as well as user information, including contacts, call logs, sms, mms, WI-FI hotspots and more.

The advantages include the ability to widely customize parameters. For example, you can select applications whose data will be saved. To create a full-fledged Titanium Backup, you must provide root rights, that is, for those devices on which Superuser rights have not been obtained, the method is not applicable.

It is highly advisable to take care in advance of a safe place to store the backups you create. Inner memory smartphone cannot be considered as such, it is recommended to use a PC disk to store backups, cloud storage or, as a last resort, a MicroSD card of the device.

1. Install and launch Titanium Backup.



2. At the top of the program there is a tab "Backups", let's move on to it.



3. After opening the tab "Backups", you need to call the menu "Batch Actions" by clicking on the button with the image of a document with a checkmark located in the upper corner of the application screen. Or click touch button "Menu" under the device screen and select the appropriate item.



4. Next, press the button "START" located next to the option “Make r.k. all user software and system data".A screen opens with a list of applications that will be backed up. Since a full backup of the system is being created, nothing needs to be changed here; you need to confirm your readiness to start the process by clicking on the green checkmark located in the upper right corner of the screen.



5. The process of copying applications and data will begin, accompanied by the display of information about the current progress and the name of the software component, which is saved in this moment time. By the way, you can minimize the application and continue using the device as usual, but in order to avoid failures, it is better not to do this and wait until the copy is created, the process happens quite quickly.



6. When the process is complete, a tab opens "Backups". You may notice that the icons located to the right of the application names have changed. Now these are peculiar emoticons of different colors, and under each name software component an inscription appeared indicating that a backup copy was created with the date.



7. Backup files are stored in the path specified in the program settings.

   

   To avoid loss of information, for example, when formatting memory before installing system software, you should copy the backup folder to at least a memory card. This action can be done using any file manager for Android. A good solution for performing operations with files stored in the memory of Android devices is ES Explorer.

Additionally

In addition to the usual copying of the backup folder created with Titanium Backup to a safe place, in order to be safe from data loss, you can configure the tool so that copies are created immediately on a MicroSD card.

Method 4: SP FlashTool+MTK DroidTools

Using the SP FlashTool and MTK DroidTools applications is one of the most functional ways that allows you to create a truly complete backup of all memory sections of your Android device. Another advantage of this method is that it is not necessary to have root rights on the device. The method is applicable only for devices built on the Mediatek hardware platform, with the exception of 64-bit processors.

1. To create a full copy of the firmware using SP FlashTools and MTK DroidTools, in addition to the applications themselves, you will need installed ADB drivers, drivers for MediaTek boot mode, as well as the Notepad++ application (you can also use MS Word, but regular Notepad will not work). Download everything you need and unpack the archives into a separate folder on the C: drive.



2. Turn on the mode on the device "USB Debugging" and connect it to the PC. To enable debugging,
   first the mode is activated "For developers". For this we follow the path "Settings" — "About the device"- and tap five times on the item "Build number".

   

   Then in the menu that opens "For developers" activate the item using the switch or checkbox "Allow USB Debugging", and when connecting the device to the PC, we confirm permission to carry out operations using ADB.

   

3. Next, you need to launch MTK DroidTools, wait for the device to be detected in the program and press the button "Block Map".



4. Previous manipulations are the steps preceding the creation of the scatter file. To do this, in the window that opens, click the button “Create scatter file”.



And choose the path to save the scatter.



5. The next step is to determine the address that will be needed to indicate to the SP FlashTools program when determining the range of blocks in the memory of the device for reading. Open the scatter file obtained in the previous step in Notepad++ and find the line partition_name: CACHE:, under which there is a line with the parameter linear_start_addr just below. The value of this parameter (highlighted in yellow in the screenshot) must be written down or copied to the clipboard.



6. Direct reading of data from the device memory and saving it to a file is carried out using the SP FlashTools program. Launch the application and go to the tab "Readback". The smartphone or tablet must be disconnected from the PC. Press the button "Add".



7. In the window that opens, there is only one line. Double-click on it to set the reading range. Select the path where the future memory dump file will be saved. It is better to leave the file name unchanged.



8. After determining the save path, a small window will open in the field "Length:" where you need to enter the value of the linear_start_addr parameter obtained in step 5 of this instruction. After entering the address, press the button "OK".

   

   Press the button "Read Back" tab of the same name in SP FlashTools and connect the switched off (!) device to the USB port.



9. If the user has taken care of installing the drivers in advance, SP FlashTools will automatically detect the device and begin the reading process, as evidenced by the filling of the blue progress bar.

   

   Upon completion of the procedure, a window appears "Readback OK" with a green circle with a confirmation checkmark inside.

10. The result of the previous steps is the file ROM_0, which is a complete dump of the internal flash memory. In order to make it possible to carry out further manipulations with such data, in particular, upload firmware to the device, several more operations are required using MTK DroidTools.
    Turn on the device, boot into Android, check that "Debugging via USB" turned on and connect the device to USB. Launch MTK DroidTools and go to the tab "root, backup, recovery". You need a button here “Make a backup from ROM_ flash drive”, press it. Open the file obtained in step 9 ROM_0.



11. Immediately after pressing the button "Open" The process of dividing the dump file into separate images of partitions and other data necessary for recovery will begin. Process progress data is displayed in the log area.
    
    

    When the procedure for splitting the dump into separate files is completed, the following message will be displayed in the log field: "task completed". This completes the work and you can close the application window.



12. The result of the program is a folder with image files of the device’s memory partitions - this is our system backup.

Method 5: System backup using ADB

If it is impossible to use other methods or for other reasons, to create a complete copy of the memory partitions of almost any Android device, you can use the OS developer tools - the Android SDK component - Android Debug Bridge (ADB). In general, ADB provides all the possibilities for carrying out the procedure; only root rights on the device are required.

It should be noted that the method in question is quite labor-intensive and also requires a fairly high level of knowledge from the user. console commands adb. To facilitate the process and automate the entry of commands, you can turn to the wonderful shell application ADB Run, this automates the process of entering commands and saves a lot of time.

1. Preparatory procedures consist of obtaining root rights on the device, enabling USB debugging, connecting the device to USB port, installing ADB drivers. Next, download, install and launch the ADB Run application. After the above is completed, you can proceed to the procedure for creating backup copies of partitions.
2. Launch ADB Run and check that the device is detected by the system in desired mode. Main menu item 1 - "Device attached?", in the drop-down list we perform similar actions, select item 1 again.

   

   A positive answer to the question whether the device is connected in ADB mode is the ADB Run response to the previous commands in the form of a serial number.



3. For further manipulations, you need to have a list of memory partitions, as well as information about which “disks” - /dev/block/ the partitions were mounted. Using ADB Run, getting such a list is quite easy. Go to the section "Memory and Partitions"(item 10 in the main menu of the application).



4. In the menu that opens, select item 4 – "Partitions /dev/block/".



5. A list opens listing the methods by which attempts will be made to read the necessary data. Let's try each item in order.

   

   If the method does not work, the following message is displayed:

   

   Execution will have to continue until the full list of partitions and /dev/block/ appears:

   

   The received data must be saved in any way in an accessible way, there is no automatic saving function in ADB Run. The most convenient way to capture the displayed information is to create a screenshot of a window with a list of sections.

For quick recovery lost data on your smartphone, you need to know what a backup is and how to create it on Android.

With its help you will quickly return everything deleted files, restore game and program settings, as well as IMEI, identification numbers, passwords and all other information contained on the device.

Definition

Backup is an archived backup copy of your phone or computer files. A backup can be created on any operating system. Its purpose is to save all user data and configure the system at the time the archive was created.

After resetting to factory settings or forcefully restoring the system using a backup, you can quickly return all lost data and avoid wasting time on reinstallation programs and OS configuration.

A copy of the data is created using special programs. The most popular utilities:

• Titanium Backup;
• Super Backup;
• Nandroid Manager;
• Helium and others;
• SP FlashTools.

Types of backups in Android

In Android OS, users can create a backup copy of the entire system or its individual components:

• A copy of SMS messages and contact list;
• Backup of the entire system taking into account security settings (saving all lock passwords);
• Backup any selected files;
• Backup photos and videos;
• A copy of your Google account information;
• Backup for IMEI.

Why is it important to create Backups periodically?

Backup allows you to get rid of the problems associated with sudden loss of data on your smartphone. Periodically creating a backup will allow you to save all operating system settings, as well as messages and multimedia files.

If errors occur that require you to reset your phone, you can easily return all deleted information. In the Android OS, a backup can be created using the built-in system options or using special programs.

In what cases should you make a backup?

1. Before updating the firmware. It doesn't matter whether you download a new version of Android over the air or install updates manually, create a copy of the installed OS. We recommend moving all photos, videos and music to a memory card or uploading this data to cloud storage;

2. Before resetting. Over time, smartphone users may experience a decrease in the performance of their gadget. This is due to the load random access memory, viruses. The easiest way to restore devices is to reset the OS to factory settings. Before doing this, it is better to create a backup of your phone book and SMS so as not to lose important data;

3. To reset the lock password. If you have set a password, graphic key or PIN code and forgot it, you can reset it without losing data by using a backup. The only requirement is that an archive with a copy of the data must be created before setting the password.

Also, periodically creating a backup phone book will allow you to quickly return lost numbers in the event of a SIM card error or after clearing the memory card.

What is needed to create a copy?

To create a backup in Android OS in the standard way, you will need:

• Superuser rights – ROOT must be active on the smartphone at the time the copy is generated;
• Storage media for the copy - this can be a built-in memory card, any cloud storage or the memory of your computer;
• A program for creating backups. Software that works with backups with active ROOT rights allows you to create a copy of all data in the operating system - from contacts to arbitrary files and settings of each program.

Another way to create a backup is to use third-party programs that do not require superuser rights. They allow you to back up only basic OS data. For example, a phone book, messages, accounts linked to the OS. Creating and restoring a copy can be done using one program that must be installed on your smartphone.

Backup programs

After flashing your gadget, you get an absolutely “clean” software shell. No programs, accounts or their settings previous version You will not be able to return the OS if you did not take care of creating a backup copy in advance.

Many users prefer to install applications from scratch. However, it is much easier to use a backup and return all application settings using one archive. Restoring previous settings does not affect the operation of the OS in any way and does not cause bugs or errors.

Backup programs will be relevant for those applications that are not in the official PlayMarket.

Titanium Backup and Helium are two of the most popular programs for working with backup copies of applications in Android OS of any version. To get started with each of these utilities, you will need superuser rights.

To create a backup of one installed program or several types of software at once, use the instructions for one of the following utilities.

Titanium Backup

The utility has more than 5 million official downloads on the Play Market. The application not only allows you to restore operating system data, but also works with manufacturer-installed software, removes components and settings that a regular user cannot remove using the standard settings window.

Main features of Titanium Backup:

• Setting up backup according to a specific schedule;
• Move programs between internal and external memory without having to close the application;
• Quick scan for availability new version firmware;
• Firmware installation;
• Storing call history and text messages mobile operator;
• Backup browser bookmarks;
• Backup router access point;
• Data synchronization with cloud services DropBox, OneDrive, Google Drive;
• Assigning system status to any program (the option is configured by the user);
• Creating a backup archive that can be re-installed on a smartphone using the console;
• Synchronize settings and application data between several gadgets.

Convenient transfer of settings from one gadget to another is the most useful feature Titanium Backup. If it happens that your smartphone breaks down or you lose it, thanks to a backup you can easily restore all contacts and messages in popular instant messengers and transfer the information to another device.

You don't need an old SIM card to transfer data. All you need is a second gadget, a backup archive and the Titanium Backup utility. All backups created in the program are automatically synchronized with one of your cloud storages:

• Go to the Titanium Backup utility window;
• In the list of programs installed on your smartphone, select the right messenger or another application to back up its settings. In our case, we will archive all numbers and messages from Whatsapp;
• Tap on the program name for a few seconds. In the pop-up window, click on the “Save” field;
• Next, select the cloud storage to which the archive with the software settings will be sent.

To move program data to a second gadget or restore settings after a factory reset, reinstall Whatsapp messenger and Titanium Backup. Open the recovery tool and sync the utility with the cloud.

In the list of all programs installed on your smartphone, select the desired messenger, click on it and in the options menu click on “Restore”. Titanium Backup will automatically create the required backup copy in the cloud and return all lost files to the program. You will be able to use all your contacts again and access lost chats.

In the same way, you can transfer data from any other program to a second gadget. Most often, the application backup function is useful for transferring messenger data and saving progress in games.

Helium

Helium is another simple and useful utility for quickly restoring your device. The software works on all devices, regardless of whether you have superuser rights. The only requirement is synchronization with the cloud. The utility does not save backups to a memory card or external drive.

Helium features:

1. Synchronization of applications on several devices;

2. System backup;

3. Convenient file explorer;

4. Uninstalling programs and rolling back their updates.

To create a backup copy of the installed program data, follow the instructions:

• Open the Helium app. The Carbon file explorer will appear in the main window of the utility - this is a built-in service for viewing a list of all installed applications. Click on the desired program and in the action menu select “Backup”;
• Wait until the copy is completed. The created archive will be sent to the cloud;

To restore information from a copy using Helium, open the utility on another device. In the settings, activate the “Synchronization with the cloud” item. Next, in the main program window, go to the “Recovery and Synchronization” tab.

Select the program whose data you want to return and click on “Restore”.

To create any other type of backup, go to the “Browse” tab and select one of the backup options.

Saving IMEI

IMEI is the international numeric identifier for your device. Using this set of numbers, you can find out the manufacturer of the gadget, its model and status. Phones and tablets without IMEI are considered stolen and are unofficially prohibited for use in the CIS.

As a result of resetting settings or software errors, the IMEI identifier may be lost. However, you can restore it using a backup copy.

Signs of a lost IMEI:

• After flashing or resetting to factory settings, problems arise with communication (cellular network, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi);
• Complete lack of connection to GPS;
• The phone does not see any SIM card.

You can restore the ID only with superuser rights. To return the IMEI, you will need to install the Android Terminal Emulator console emulator utility (if your phone does not see the network, download the installation APK to your computer, and then move the file to your phone using a USB connection).

Follow the instructions:

• First we need to know the EFS code. To do this, enter the mount command and press Enter to execute it;
• A text will appear in the console window in which you should find the EFS command, written through a slash. The text identifier before the command is the code we need. Code search example:

• Write down the found code on a piece of paper and restart the application. After restarting the emulator, enter the command to restore IMEI (each line must be entered via Enter). XXXXX is the EFS code found;

• To save IMEI settings without leaving the program, enter the following lines:

After successfully completing all commands, exit the emulator window, restart your smartphone and check the operation cellular network, geolocation and Internet connection. Everything should work fine. If desired, you can check the presence of IMEI using the engineering menu.

Backup photos and videos

As a result of your smartphone being stolen or reset to factory settings, the most unpleasant thing is the loss of photos, videos, music and other personal data. All programs can be reinstalled, but it is almost impossible to return personal information without premature preparation.

Even if you are sure that nothing will happen to your gadget, we recommend that you set up at least one of the methods described below for saving your multimedia data.

Using the Google+ app

The standard application from Google is pre-installed on all devices with Android OS. The purpose of Google+ is to combine and synchronize all Google services in one account. If you have Google Drive cloud storage installed on your device and Google app+ - this does not mean that file synchronization is configured.

The point is that in mobile version Google Drive cannot be configured to sync a specific folder. Users can only activate through the smartphone settings automatic sending all photos taken with the gadget’s camera.

Follow the instructions to sync any folder on your smartphone with One Drive and automatically send copies of files to the cloud:

1. Install the FolderSync application on your smartphone or update it to a new version if the utility is already on your smartphone. The utility allows you to select any folder in the smartphone’s memory and configure its synchronization with the cloud (link to the Play Market page :);

2. Further, for devices with Android0 OS and higher, it is not necessary to allow access to all folders and files on the smartphone. To do this, simply open the FolderSync program immediately after the first installation and in the pop-up window, click on the “Allow” button;

3. To set up automatic backup of photos, videos and other files in the main FolderSync window, click on the “Create New Sync” button;

4. Then the built-in assistant window will open. In it you need to enter a name for the created “folder-cloud storage” pair;

6. In the horse that appears, select cloud service OneDrive or other site with which you want to set up a link;

8. To confirm the action and save the settings, click on “Authenticate Account”;

All user data is added to the repository. No matter what happens to your phone, you can always get your photos back using any computer or browser.

At the directory selection stage, you will be asked to configure one of the following options for connecting to cloud storage:

• Connection with local folder(select if the backup data will be created and located only on your smartphone);
• Synchronization with a remote folder (if you want to create a backup for a folder on your computer);
• Hybrid option (for creating a backup this smartphone and other remote gadgets).

In the connection settings, you can select a schedule according to which synchronization will occur. We recommend sending data to the cloud every day. In case of an error or breakdown of the phone, all important files will be backed up.

other methods

In addition to Google Drive storage, you can also choose any of the following services:

• DropBox is the world's most popular cloud storage service. Its peculiarity is that the program can automatically create a backup of your phone’s photos and immediately delete them, freeing up memory. You can access the folder with all the images at any time from all devices. All you need is an Internet connection;
• MEGA is a cloud that provides free 50 GB of virtual space disk space. The user can set up synchronization with any device, download client programs for PC and smartphone, control access to folders and files;
• Mail.ru cloud - after registration you will have access to 100 GB completely free of charge. Manage simple file synchronization and view in any browser.

All of these cloud storage services have client apps in the store Google Play and the ability to synchronize phone data with the server through the usual program settings.

We create a backup of any files

In addition to the options described above for creating a backup of photos, music, videos, users can download the following programs to their smartphone to work with backup copies of documents of any format:

• DataSync;
• DropSync.

DataSync

The application works in a similar way to FolderSync discussed above and allows you to create a backup of any information that is stored in the internal or external memory of the device (with the exception of installed programs And system settings).

Also, DataSync allows you to configure sending a backup from one device to another via a Bluetooth connection, which is convenient in moments when you need to save important information but there is no Internet connection.

Thanks to the two-way synchronization option, two gadgets will be able to exchange game data. This way, all missions and progress will be saved on both devices at once.

DropSync

DropSync is another popular utility for sending backups. Its peculiarity is additional monitoring of the phone’s performance. If the smartphone has low battery, the application will not sync data, so as not to reduce the operating time of the device.

Users can select the synchronization type:

• Only loading data into storage (after synchronization, the data remains in the smartphone’s memory);
• Upload and delete (automatically deletes information from the phone’s memory to free up space. Users can access files using cloud storage linked to the program);
• Download only – receiving a backup from the cloud and adding its contents to the smartphone’s memory.

Backup for all data and settings

NAND (or Nandroid Backup) is a concept that is used in the Android OS to refer to a complete backup of the firmware installed on a smartphone, including all system data and its settings. The backup also includes all installed programs.

The full backup function is supported by recovery menus such as TWRP or CWM. TWRP is an advanced recovery menu that is installed on the phone by the user, and CWM is an alternative recovery menu.

Firmware with one of two types of recovery is installed in the system partition of the smartphone’s memory, after which you can create a backup of absolutely all data. After recovery, you will be able to use all lost programs, contacts and files again.

Also, a backup created in CWM or TWRP can be installed on any other Android device if it supports working with the created firmware version. Nandroid Backup Online

Nandroid Manager

To create a complete backup copy of the device's software shell, you need to download and install the Nandroid Manager program

The utility allows you to create a quick standard (copying all data) or custom backup of the system (the user selects what needs to be saved) without going into the recovery menu. In the application settings you can select the following backup options:

• Backup name – contains unique name, date, code and firmware name;
• Creation mode – normal (full), user selection of memory sections;
• Copy type – CWM or TWRP. You can also select compression to save disk space;
• The location where the backup will be stored. You can add it to your phone's memory, download it to your PC, or upload it to the cloud;
• Exclusion of temporary files, bugs, erroneous system settings, caches and detected viruses from the backup contents.

The Nandroid Manager utility synchronizes the created backup archive with the cloud, FTP server. Users have access to the function of creating a schedule for updating a backup copy. To save battery power, we recommend that you configure the downloading of a new version of the backup only during the period when the gadget is charging.

Notice! Uploading a full backup of the operating system via Nandroid Manager can affect the performance of the gadget.

Backup with ADB

ADB is a debugging bridge for Android OS. In simple words, using ADB you can create a system backup by connecting your smartphone to your computer. ADB is a console application in which the user enters system programs performed on the phone.

ADB Features:

• Viewing the content and system settings of connected gadgets;
• Client-server interaction between smartphone and PC;
• View logs;
• Removal or cleaning system partition DATA;
• Quickly copy files of any format between devices;
• Executing the firmware;
• Application of control scripts;
• Removing superuser rights;
• Manage network connection parameters.

To get started, download and install the ADB Run utility on your computer.

Launch the folder that appeared on your computer desktop as a result of installing ADB Run. Connect your phone to your PC and in the ADB Run program folder create Text Document devices.cmd (the file must be a standard notepad object or any other text editor. Immediately after creation, rename the TXT format to CMD).

Open devices.cmd and write the following commands in the file:

• echo off
• adb devices
• pause

After the text about the successful completion of the operation appears, enter a new command to create a backup of the current firmware state:

adb create backup [-l] [-r] , where name is the name of the archive with a copy of the firmware.

The backup copy will be saved in root folder ADB Run utility on your computer. You can move it to any other folder or cloud.

Super Backup application - creating a copy without ROOT

To create a backup copy of your smartphone data, you can use third party programs, which without superuser rights are able to set up a backup of selected information.

Super Backup is one such application. His main feature– wide functionality.

The user can create copies of the following types of information:

1. Applications;

3. Call log;

4. Calendar;

5. Bookmarks;

6. Phone book contacts.

To start working with the program, select the desired type of data to be backed up. Next, select cloud storage, enter the name of the archive containing the copy and wait until the copying process is completed.

To restore information, re-launch the program and go to the “Recovery” section. Next, go to the cloud memory and select the desired archive.

Conclusion

To ensure you never lose important data on your smartphone, follow these backup tips:

• Always keep at least one phone backup on each of your gadgets. If several devices fail at the same time, you can always restore their operation;
• Automatic copy creation. It is recommended to set up regular backup generation and uploading to the cloud. The operation will take place in background, and you will never forget to copy the necessary data for recovery;
• Using a backup is a last resort. Try to restore the OS only in cases where you can no longer find a way to fix the error or return data;
• Do not create too many copies of the same operating system and label each backup file with the name of the firmware and the date it was created. This will make it much easier for you to decide what exactly and over what period you will restore.

Thematic videos:

Nothing lasts forever, and, oddly enough, including various mobile gadgets and devices. Have you ever encountered a situation where your phone ended up in the hands of third parties (simple theft) or was simply smashed at speed or from the roof of a building? In 50% of cases, the data can be recovered, because the SD card remains intact or the phone’s memory is not damaged, but you have to pay huge sums of money (from 1000 to 10,000) to restore information in various service centers, and no one guarantees you a 100% return of data.

What to do in this case? Any user, ahead of events, can predict such a situation and make a backup copy of the data in advance. Even if time passes between the last backup and the loss of access to the phone, the percentage of lost information will be kept to a minimum. We will tell you how to make a backup copy of Android, what methods are provided for this and how often such operations need to be performed.

Why do you need a backup and what tools to use?

Backup involves creating a copy of certain information on any device or system. This material is about the Android operating system, which is installed on smartphones and tablets. The copy can store not only data from SMS messages or contacts, calendars, but also all applications and programs installed on the phone.

To make a backup copy, you must first decide what exactly you need to save. For Android, there are a huge number of methods, each of which allows you to backup data without any problems. In this article we will describe the main ones and indicate which data is most suitable for working with which method.

Backup contacts, SMS, calendars in Android

Let's say that you need to make copies of only contacts or along with them also a standard text information, such as calendars, call logs, etc. The following methods are suitable for this:

• Standard contact synchronization in Google
• Specialized programs, for example, Super Backup, Helium

We described the process of synchronizing contacts in the article -.

Any user can work with the programs listed above without any problems. IN Google service Play they are provided free of charge. The described method is suitable for those people who need to make a backup without applications and games!

Full backup of data in Android - popular methods

If you decide to do full copy information on your device, including applications and games, you can use standard means operating system or install an additional program that will create a backup of your data with the specified parameters in a few minutes.

Here is the main list of tools for work:

• Standard Android settings
• Recovery Mode
• Titanium Backup program (requires root rights on the device)
• Safe Backup program ( root rights not required)

Creating an Android backup through system settings

Few people know, but Android has standard functionality for creating copies. And so, the procedure is as follows:

1. Open your phone's Settings and select the All Settings tab. Next, find the “Backup and Reset” item. In some Android versions This item is located immediately after the settings.
2. It will open before you standard menu management, which has about a dozen tabs for managing data on your phone. We are interested in the “Backup” item. Specify a name for the future file with copies.
3. Next, in the menu that opens, select all types of data that should be saved. Please note that in addition to applications ( full list games and programs) you can also copy SMS, which is very important, contacts (although available Google sync), call lists and much more.
4. Be sure to select the location at the bottom of the window where the data will be saved. If your phone has an SD card, the backup can be saved there. Once a copy is created, it can be transferred to a computer, sent by mail, or transferred via Bluetooth.
5. Attention! To use this copy in the future, select “Data Recovery” and follow the system prompts.

Creating a backup via recovery mode

In the article "" we told you how to switch to recovery mode on most devices (combination Home keys, volume up, volume down). Look at the material and basic combinations, go to this mode.

1. Let's say you entered this mode. A menu will appear on your screen in which you need to select the Backup and restore tab.
2. Next, click on the Backup menu item, after which you will need to wait from 5 to 30 minutes, depending on the amount of information on your device and its system characteristics.

Backing up applications with Titanium Backup

This is a universal tool for working with backups. With this program you can not only create, but also restore any backup on your device. Just keep in mind that this application requires root rights!

The program is provided in two versions: free and paid (from 247 rubles), however for standard operations The first option will be sufficient. All files are saved into a single file zip format, which can be transferred to another device or saved to a USB drive.

To make a copy, follow these steps:

1. Download and install Titanium Backup from Google Play. The program has a lot of built-in language packs, including Russian.
2. Open the program. A notification will appear indicating that you have root rights. Allow the app full access to your data. We recommend that you carefully read each item in this software, because there are a lot of settings here, as well as additional menu items, so it’s quite easy for an inexperienced user to get confused.
3. Select the Backups tab. The system will display a complete list of applications and icons next to them. If the icon displays a triangle with a question, it means that a copy of this program has not yet been created previously. The location of programs and games is also displayed there.
4. Select all applications that need to be packed into backup. Next, click the “Save” button. All saved programs will change the icon next to the name from a triangle to a cheerful smiley face.

This was the process of creating copies specifically for applications! To restore them in the future, you will also need Titanium Backup. Only this time you will have to select a full or partial list of applications by checking the boxes and clicking the “Restore” button. Recovery is available in several modes:

• Only data from programs (for example, if you have the applications themselves installed).
• Software only (if you don’t have any software).
• Software + Data (full recovery of a copy of applications with all data).

Creating a complete copy of data in Titanium Backup (paid version)

The difference between the paid version and the free version is that in the first version you will have access to additional options for creating copies. In addition to applications, it is possible to save system data, user software, check copies and much more.

After purchasing the paid version, you will have an additional item to manage all processes. Believe me, the price of 247 rubles is a minimal loss for you if the information is really important.

Creating a copy of Android in the Safe Backup program

Almost all programs require root rights to create copies. But what should a person do if he does not have such access? In this case, we suggest you use the Safe Backup tool. The program is distributed free of charge, has only a few menu items (which is very convenient) with a Russian interface.

1. Download and install the application on Google Play.
2. Open the program and select "Save".
3. Next, provide a complete list of information that will need to be added to the backup.
4. Specify the location on the card or phone where the copy will be stored.

To restore a previously created backup, you will need to click the “Restore” button and specify the file version.

conclusions

This is not a complete list possible ways creating a copy of Android, but they will be fully enough to save at least 90% of the important information.

And one more important tip! All apps are saved to your Google Play account. If the data (settings, progress in games) is not important to you, then you don’t need to create copies. It will be enough to go to the Play Store and restore previously downloaded programs and games. All authorization data will have to be entered again.

Modern smartphones store a huge amount of necessary and important information, and each user customizes the phone individually. And so, when switching to a new device, the Android owner is faced with a situation where the operating system needs to be configured again. The ideal solution here is deep or partial backup . But not everyone knows how to make a full Android backup quickly and safely using a tablet or phone without losing important data.

How to backup individual applications on Android

It is not always necessary to copy the entire system, and the process is quite painstaking. If you need to save only specific programs, we recommend using this method. And here the ideal option is the Helium application.

This tool can be freely downloaded from . It works on two “bases”: either provision and all frauds are carried out only on a smartphone, or access to a PC if you do not have “Superuser” mode.

The application allows you to save copies to and in cloud storages, namely Drobox, Google Drive and Box, which is very convenient.

She can:

• Back up the history of incoming and outgoing calls;
• Backup of applications and their settings;
• Backup SMS and contacts.

The paid premium version has more advanced functionality, but if you only need to save, for example, games, the free version will be enough.

The application works perfectly on the latest versions of the operating system, mainly Android 7.0, 7.1 and 8.0. Now let’s look at what actions we will perform in it:

1. Download and install the application on your phone. If there is no root rights, repeat this procedure on the computer. Versions are available for both Windows and Mac. Drivers are also required for the PC. You can find them on the official website of the manufacturer of the connected smartphone.
2. Now let's proceed directly to the backup operation itself. To do this, open the application on the device. If necessary, we connect via a wire to the computer. We are offered several options: a full backup of the phone or only specific applications. Please note that you can copy the entire program with data, or just the data.
3. After all the checkboxes are checked, click "Backup". Choose where to save. If to the Cloud, then indicate the address; if to a computer, open the service with the IP address and transfer it to the search bar of the browser. There we allow copying. Ready. The copies were created successfully.

But here things are a little more complicated, since we need a complete saved copy of Android. Of course, it will take up more space, and there are several different ways to create it.

Backup via system option (No Root)

The easiest and most comfortable option, suitable for beginners and simply users who did not want to waste their time. Opening "Settings", go to point "System" – "Backup", in the location we select Google Drive. Made. The following information will be saved:

• Standard settings (language, time and date);
• Points Wi-Fi access and passwords, if activated;
• Screen settings (wallpaper, themes, brightness);
• Applications (in most cases just a list, but not internal settings and achievements in games);
• Content located in Google Calendar;
• Materials stored in Gmail, individual mail settings.

Root rights are not required; their presence does not affect the quality of the backup in any way.

Unfortunately, failures during the backup process are possible, which is why many users complain about the insufficient amount of stored information. And on some devices it’s like this system function refuses to work at all, this may affect phones with operating system below Android 6.0.

Backup Android using FlashTool (No Root)

This is a more serious and difficult procedure that allows you to back up the entire firmware. There will be many stages, and for users who are not confident in their abilities and technical knowledge, we this option We do not recommend! But if you are an experienced Android expert, then you can safely get started.

To begin with, we prepare all the necessary materials so that during the backup process we do not have to be distracted by them.

1. Download the program itself directly from the official website of the developer ( flashtool.net);
2. We find original firmware , made specifically for your smartphone;
3. If there are no MTK drivers on your computer, download them.
4. We gain access to the PC, since without it backup is impossible here, we check the functionality of the USB cable and the serviceability of the connectors.
5. Next, extract two files from the firmware, namely the name of the number with permission txt And weg_l.bin. We move these materials to a separate, empty folder.
6. We also place the folder where the software is stored there.
7. Launch the previously downloaded FlashTool program from administrator name, this is a prerequisite.
8. A page opens where you need specify the path to scatter.txt using a built-in conventional conductor.
9. Should appear new screen, where the memory blocks are located. It is necessary to make a backup with them. For this go to the “Memory Test” tab. We check the boxes next to the first five points.
10. Turn off the phone, click on the computer "Start".
11. Now we connect the smartphone using USB.
12. The information begins to be read and displayed on the screen. Once the process is completed, disconnect the device from the personal computer.
13. Opening "Notebook" and transfer the received data there. Please note that empty sectors do not need to be copied. Save and close the notepad.
14. We return again to home page FlashTool, uncheck the box next to the first item.
15. Open the section “Readback” – “Add”. A new line appears, which we double-click on.
16. We indicate where exactly to save the backup and come up with a name.
17. A small menu appears asking you to specify settings for each sector. Yes, yes, a separate memory block needs separate setting. We change only the “Length” column, to which we add block data from a saved notebook.
18. Click "OK" and press the top button "Read Back"
19. And the last final step: reconnect the phone and watch the copying process. At the end, a green icon should appear indicating that the operation is complete. Made! Now we repeat similar actions with the remaining sectors.

After the backup is completed, the files can be moved to any cloud storage, because if you have a computer or hard drive some major trouble will happen - the saved information will be lost, don’t risk it!

So we made a backup on Android via FlashTool using a computer, now we are trying the following method.

Backup via Titanium Backup (Root)

Quite light and comfortable option using special Titanium Backup program. You can download it without any problems from Google Play and install it in the standard way.

Now we launch the application and give it access to root rights. Yes, “Superuser” mode is required here, and this, in principle, is the main disadvantage of this utility. Click on the checkmark image in the upper right corner to go to the page "Batch Actions" and choose what data we want to save. Click next to what you want "Start".

Another worthy option that works on all devices, but from experience I will say that it is much easier than the FlashTool method. For this we need recovery mode. Of course, the most popular and most functional is TWRP, allowing you to install custom firmware, different kernels, but for backup is quite suitable and stock. Begin:

1. Make sure your smartphone has more than 60% charge.
2. Turn off the phone, after about 30 seconds press the power button and the volume rocker down or up, to different models differently.
3. Next, an image of an Android robot may appear with exclamation point. If this happened - press the same key combination, but do not hold it. Did you immediately go to recovery? Then we skip this point.
4. Now we find ourselves in the recovery menu itself, only here touch input no longer works. We will switch with keys: the volume rocker, accordingly, is a command "up", volume down rocker – "down", on/off button – "OK".
5. We go down to the point "backup/restore» , click "backup". The copying procedure begins, which takes on average up to 10 minutes. During this period of time, we don’t press anything, we don’t turn on the smartphone, we just wait.
6. When the operation ends, we reboot the smartphone. That's all, ready, the backup of the Android firmware is done.

IMEI, as we know, is the unique identification number of a smartphone. And quite often there are situations when this number needs to be saved, that is, backed up. For this we will use special program Root Explorer. Root rights are also required for it to work.

We open the application, through it we go to the root of the device, where the one we need is located efs folder We carry out a long press, after which an additional mini-menu appears, where we select "Create archive"(Archive permission is at your discretion).

Backing up instant messengers

Messengers for the modern user are simple necessary thing, which helps you communicate with friends and, for example, send your boss a photo of the work done. Let's look at the example of WhatsApp. It stores a huge amount of necessary information: important messages, images, phone numbers. And the ideal way not to lose such materials is to make a backup. How to do it on WhatsApp?

Built-in backup option

All popular instant messengers have their own backup function, which allows you to save the necessary materials directly from the application itself. WhatsApp is no exception.

Begin:

1. Find the application, open the menu;
2. Click "Settings", now go to the tab "Chats" and click "Backup copy".
3. Choose saving to Google Drive and setting the frequency of saving.
4. If you have several Google accounts, select the desired one in the window that appears. Haven't registered or logged in to your account yet? Then click "Add account".
5. And in the last column we select the network under which the copying will take place. Don't forget that using mobile Internet may result in additional charges for megabytes consumed. Therefore, we recommend assigning a Wi-Fi network. “Applications” Immediately after launching the utility, we see a list of programs and games installed on the device. We look for our messenger, put a tick next to it and click on the big one gray button, located below - How can I restore a copy made in Restore?

   To do this, go to the application, open the section there "Archive", find the necessary materials, and after checking the box, click "Restore".

   Is Super Backup free? I heard that you have to pay for it.

   There are two versions of this tool: basic, that is, having small but useful functionality, and extended premium. In the first option, no payment is required, but for the second you will have to pay. Both versions are freely available on Google Play.

   As you can see, on Android it’s quite easy to make a backup; you can save firmware, instant messengers, applications, and always have the necessary information at hand. The most important thing is to be attentive and strictly follow the instructions. Good luck!

No one can predict when problems will arise with a smartphone and all data will be lost. This can happen if it is lost or stolen, or it simply stops working.

In this Android data recovery guide, we will look at several convenient methods. These include: Backing up to your account and using Super apps Backup to back up important data.

Using Google Tools

Go to Settings > System > Additionally > Backup .

Turn it on and add " Backup account".

Click " Start copying"which starts the backup process and subsequent synchronization of your applications and their data, call logs, SMS and contacts, device settings, photos and videos.

Recovering data after resetting your phone

• After resetting the settings, click " Begin" and proceed further.
• Connect your device to the Internet.
• When the message " Recover data", select " Copy from cloud storage".
• Sign in Google account, with the stored backup copies and follow further instructions.

Using the Super Backup app

For example, let's back up and restore contacts using the current application.

Go to Contacts > Backup copy , set the name of the saved file and click " OK".

To restore, go to Contacts > Restore , select the saved file and account (phone or Account) into which the restoration will go.

We follow the same scheme with other categories. Backing up photos and videos here is implemented by an additional program from the same manufacturer, which not only backs up, but also protects them by hiding them from prying eyes and encryption.

If you don’t want to trust the work to a third party software, that is, a simple proven method, connect the device via a USB cable to your PC and copy the necessary data.

It is very convenient and practical, even if you have other tools for this, as they say, there is no such thing as too much!