How to set Up Automatic Encrypted Backups using Windows and VeraCrypt

  1. Install VeraCrypt

    • Create an encrypted container file

  2. Choose encryption settings

    • AES + SHA-512 recommended

  3. Mount container as a drive

    • Assign a drive letter

  4. Configure Windows Backup

    • Set File History to back up into the encrypted drive

  5. Schedule automatic mounting

    • Use Task Scheduler (advanced users)

  6. Test backup restoration

    • Ensure files can be recovered

 Result: backups safe even if the drive is stolen.

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