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Immutable Backups
Data Management
Backups that cannot be changed or deleted for a set time.
Definition
Immutable backups are backups that are locked so they can’t be edited or deleted for a period.
In plain English
Backups that cannot be changed or deleted for a set time.
Why this matters
Why it matters: Ransomware often deletes backups; immutability helps ensure you can still recover.
Example
Example: A backup can’t be deleted for 30 days.