COMPRESSION & ENCRYPTION

SQL Backup Master provides zip (or 7-zip) compression for reducing the size of database backup files prior to off-site storage. The resulting archive file can also be encrypted with AES-256 for added data security.

SQL Backup Master can also leverage the native compression capabilities of SQL Server (when available). Compression is essential for efficient database backup management-it dramatically reduces storage costs by shrinking backup file sizes by 70-90% in typical scenarios, accelerates transfer times when uploading to off-site locations, and minimizes bandwidth consumption. The software supports both standard ZIP compression and 7-Zip compression for maximum file size reduction, with configurable compression levels to balance between processing time and final file size.

Beyond compression, SQL Backup Master provides military-grade AES-256 encryption to protect your sensitive database information. When you enable encryption, your backup files are secured with a password before being transferred to their destination, ensuring that even if an unauthorized party gains access to your backup storage, they cannot read your data without the encryption key. This combination of compression and encryption creates an optimal workflow for SQL Server database protection-your backups are smaller, faster to transfer, and completely secure throughout their lifecycle from creation to long-term storage.