Originally Posted April 6 2008

If you are using ACT!, you should backup your database regularly.  If you have ACT 5.0 or 6.0, you may already get regular reminders when you open ACT.  Either way, here's how you do it.

In ACT! 5.0/6.0
1. File > Backup...
-The Backup window appears
For good measure, click the 'Options' tab
1a. Select all checkboxes
1b. Select Reminder
1c. Set a reminder for at least every 7 days
1d. Click the 'General' tab
2. Name your backup file (your database name)_(today's date).zip
-This will be easier to find if you need to recover it
3. Click 'START'

In ACT! 2005/2006/2007/2008
1. File > Back Up > Database...
-All your supporting files will be included in the backup
2. Name your backup file (your database name)_(today's date).zip
3. Click 'OK'

This process can be automated.  If your database is too important to be without it, please give me a call at 512-451-9720.  I would be happy to schedule an appointment to assist you with this - so you can sleep better at night!