Files Skipped by Default
Some files are not backed up by default. These files are system, hidden, temporary, or other insignificant file types that are not typically required for recovery. The files that are skipped depend on the type of backup plan:
What Are System/Hidden Files in Windows?
In Windows, system and hidden files are special types of files that the operating system marks to protect them from accidental modification or deletion. They are often essential to system operations or belong to internal configurations of software.
These files and folders are marked with attributes:
Hidden (H): Not normally visible in File Explorer.
System (S): Identified by the OS as crucial files for functioning.
*These files are usually not required for the customer and are excluded from typical operations like user-level backups to avoid unnecessary data and reduce risks of damaging core or app-related configurations