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Hey! I'm currently looking for cloud software for a small business mostly to store documents and back-up files. I've even looked into using CloudBacko but I have no experience with that.Can you guys recommend me a reliable, cheap and trusted cloud software? I haven't experienced using cloud software before and therefore would like to get a recommendation from you all. The cloud software I'm looking for will have a very solid interface whereby the admin only allows certain employees to have access to the file and also all the files uploaded by the employer will automatically synced for the whole employee to see.

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A concise, practical checklist and a short test plan tailored to ’s needs (document storage, automatic sync, and admin-controlled access). ’s question about “other functions” is exactly the right prompt — think beyond basic storage to permissions, audits, recovery, and vendor guarantees. Use a lightweight risk-first approach such as the NIST CSF small-business quick-start to prioritize what matters for your company. (NIST CSF Small Business Quick-Start Guide)

Core feature checklist to require from any cloud candidate:

  • Central admin console with role-based or attribute-based access control (per-folder and per-user permissions).
  • Device sync client that supports selective sync and clear conflict-resolution behavior.
  • File versioning, soft-delete, and easy restore (ability to recover prior versions and deleted files).
  • Encryption in transit and at rest, plus enforced multi-factor authentication for users.
  • Audit logs, admin activity reports, retention/legal-hold options, and an export/data-portability path.
  • Clear SLAs, documented security attestations (SOC 2/ISO or equivalent), and written vendor responsibilities.
    (See NIST on access-control models and FTC/CISA guidance on basic protections.) (NIST SP 800-162) (FTC Cybersecurity for Small Business)

Simple 6-step vendor test plan (run during any free trial):

  1. Inventory: identify a few representative folders and classify them (public/internal/confidential).
  2. Permission test: create a test admin + two test users; assign strict folder permissions and verify users cannot access others.
  3. Sync test: install the sync client on a test workstation and phone; confirm automatic sync, selective-sync, and offline access.
  4. Version/restore: overwrite and delete files; confirm you can restore previous versions and recover deleted items.
  5. Audit/export: review admin logs and try exporting a dataset to confirm portability.
  6. Recovery drill: simulate a complete restore (time how long it takes).
    (Use cloud-specific security guidance when evaluating controls.) (Cloud Security Alliance Security Guidance)

Backup and resilience: follow the 3-2-1 rule (3 copies, 2 media, 1 off-site), keep at least one offline/encrypted copy, and schedule regular restore tests — this is a priority for ransomware and outage recovery. (CISA backup guidance)

First practical steps: classify what must be protected, enable MFA and admin roles immediately, pick two finalists and run the 6-step trial above, then document your policy and recovery procedures. This gives the “cheap, reliable, trusted” balance you asked for while keeping control and recoverability first.

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Are there any other functions you need from the software?

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Corp Dropbox, Office 365, two off the top of my head.

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