Macrium Reflect Free (64-bit)

Macrium Reflect 64-bit Free Edition is an award-winning disk cloning and imaging solution for free. Protect your personal documents, photos, music, and e-mails.



Upgrade your hard disk or try new operating systems in the safe knowledge that everything is securely saved in an easily recovered backup file.

Macrium Reflect supports backup to local, network and USB drives as well as burning to all DVD formats. This version is for non-commercial home use.

Whether you're looking to safeguard your entire system or specific files and folders, this software is designed to deliver robust backup solutions that are both user-friendly and feature-rich.

Ideal for personal and professional use, it ensures your data is protected against hardware failure, accidental deletion, or ransomware attacks.



Key Features

Disk Imaging and Cloning: Create exact copies of your hard drives or partitions, making it easy to restore or transfer data.

Rapid Delta Cloning: Speeds up the cloning process by copying only the changed data since the last backup.

Incremental and Differential Backups: Save time and storage by backing up only the data that has changed.

File and Folder Backup: Allows users to back up individual files and folders instead of entire partitions.

Restore Options: Restore individual files, folders, or entire drives with ease.

Bootable Rescue Media: Create a bootable USB or CD/DVD for system recovery in case of OS failure.

Scheduling: Automate your backup tasks for convenience and consistency.

Compression and Encryption: Save storage space and secure your backups with password protection.

Support for Various File Systems: Compatible with NTFS, FAT32, and other common file systems.



Highlights

Rapid Delta Restore (RDR)
Using advanced delta detection technology RDR can rapidly recover data from single, or multiple full backups. Cuts restore times by 90% or more.

Pre-defined backup plan templates
The Macrium Reflect 64-bit scheduling engine is pre-loaded with templates for traditional, Incremental forever, or you can create your own custom plan.

Incrementals forever
An efficient method to continuously maintain a defined number of the most recent incremental backups. The oldest incremental files are consolidated into a single synthetic delta.

SSD Trim support
These features provide automated SSD optimization providing enhanced SSD performance and longevity.

Rapid Delta Clone (RDC)
Improving further on the cloning capabilities using technology based on RDR to speed up disk cloning activities by 90% or more.

GFS with backup chain protection
The traditional GFS backup template has been pre-configured with monthly, weekly, daily activities, and retention rules. Simplifies the management of backup chains.

Custom backup plan support
It allows administrators the flexibility of creating custom backup plans that provide the level of protection they require.

Installation and Setup

Download: Visit the official website or FileHorse.com and download the free version.

Install: Run the installer and follow the prompts, choosing your preferred installation location and options.

Activate: No activation or licensing is required for the free version.

Set Up: Launch the software and create a rescue media as the first step. This ensures you have a recovery option in case of emergencies.

How to Use



Creating a Backup

• Launch this program.
• Select the disk or partition to back up.
• Click "Create Backup" and choose between a full, incremental, or differential backup.
• Set the destination folder and initiate the process.

Cloning a Disk

• Select "Clone this disk" from the disk menu.
• Choose the source and destination disks.
• Configure cloning options and start the operation.

Restoring Data

• Navigate to "Restore" in the software.
• Select the desired backup image.
• Choose "Restore Image" and follow the on-screen instructions.

Creating a Rescue Media

• Insert a USB or CD/DVD.
• Open the "Rescue Media Builder."
• Follow the wizard to create a bootable recovery drive.

FAQ

Is Macrium Reflect Free truly FREE?
Yes, the free version is completely free and provides essential backup and cloning features without hidden costs.

Can I back up to an external drive?
Absolutely. You can save backups to external drives, network locations, or cloud storage.

Does Macrium Reflect Free support Windows 11?
Yes, it is fully compatible with Windows 11 and earlier versions of Windows.

Can I schedule backups with the free version?
Yes, scheduling is supported in the free version, allowing you to automate backup tasks.

Alternatives

Acronis True Image: Offers additional cloud integration and advanced security features, but it’s not free.

EaseUS Todo Backup Free: Provides similar functionality with a focus on user-friendly interfaces.

Clonezilla: A free, open-source alternative focused on disk cloning.

Paragon Backup & Recovery: Offers powerful backup tools with a slightly more complex interface.

AOMEI Backupper Standard: Another free option with features like system backup, disk imaging, and file sync.

Pricing

Macrium Reflect Free is, as the name implies, completely FREE.

However, a paid version, Macrium Reflect Home, is available starting at $49.95. It includes advanced features such as ransomware protection, encryption, and premium support.

Macrium Reflect Home is a complete backup solution for personal use. It protects your documents, data, and operating systems using advanced disk imaging technology.

Reflect 10 (X) Home - Free Trial

30-Day Free Trial includes:

• Removable media imaging and cloning
• Create images of running Windows OS
• Restore non-booting systems
• Scalable and navigable log view interface
• Instantly boot backups in Hyper-V / Oracle VirtualBox VM
• Direct disk cloning
• WinPE 11 rescue media
• Technical support via email for the trial duration
• Rapid Delta Clone and Restore
• Intra-daily backup scheduling
• Ransomware protection and encryption
• Incremental imaging

System Requirements

• Operating System: Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11 (32-bit and 64-bit).
• RAM: Minimum 2GB.
• Processor: Dual-core or better.
• Disk Space: At least 1GB for installation; additional space for backups.

PROS

• Free and easy to use.
• Reliable disk imaging and cloning.
• Supports scheduling and incremental backups.
• Rescue media for system recovery.

CONS

• The free version 8 is updated less frequently, while the home version 10 (demo/trial) receives updates more often.
• Lacks advanced features like ransomware protection (available in paid version).
• Limited customer support compared to the paid edition.

Also Available: Macrium Reflect (32-bit)