Frequently Asked Questions

Security Questions

  • Where is my data stored? Was this helpful? 17

    ZipCloud stores all data using Amazon S3 storage servers; the most comprehensive and reliable storage provider available on the internet.

  • How secure is my data? Was this helpful? 8

    ZipCloud takes the security and privacy of your data extremely seriously. All data is transferred using a 256 bit AES encryption and is stored on the most heavily monitored server center in the world; the Amazon s3 data center.

  • I have forgotten my password, how do I reset it? Was this helpful? 7

    If you have forgotten your password please visit our forgotten password page here: http://www.ZipCloud.com/forgotten-password

    We will send you a new computer generated password to the email address associated with your account. Pleas then login into your online control panel and change your password to something more memorable.

  • Why does my bank statement show multiple charges for one purchase? Was this helpful? 5

    The majority of support enquiries we receive about this issue is the result of the bank displaying the authorisation on the statement, authorisations are part of normal bank processing and are automatically resolved by your bank. Authorizations are removed as soon as the actual charge is applied however some banks can take a couple of days to resolve them.

    In most cases banks inform the customer about the authorisation with a visual hint, such as using 'pending' in the description. Authorizations ensure that there is enough money in your account before any funds are transferred.

    If you suspect this is not the case please email unrecognized@ZipCloud.com or call the billing team on:

    UK - 0844 445 7025
    USA - 1-888-851-0954
    CA - 1-888-247-1610
    AUD - 611-800-649-265

  • How do I change my password? Was this helpful? 9

    If you login to the online control panel and select 'my account' from the left hand side bar there will be options to edit your email address, password, phone number, credit card and address. alternatively you can copy this link into your browser: https://account.ZipCloud.com/account

  • Can I set permissions for users sharing my folders? Was this helpful? 14

    ZipCloud is currently working on bringing this feature to it's customers. We anticipate this being ready for release in February 2012.

    We will keep you posted.

  • Is ZipCloud FERPA, HIPAA, SAS 70, IS0 9001, ISO 27001 or Safe Harbor compliant? Was this helpful? 16

    ZipCloud is currently in the final stage of becoming complaint, as our status stands it reads, in progress.

    ZipCloud unfortunately does not hold any of the additional certifications however we are working on them one at a time. We will update this page with any new certifications as we are awarded them.

  • Why should I use ZipCloud instead of an external hard drive? Was this helpful? 7

    There are some dangers in using an external hard drive for backup which do not exist when using a cloud service:

    - Just like a primary hard drive, external drives can and will one day fail

    - Experts recommend backed up data should be kept a minimum of 250 metres away from the original data in case of fire or water damage

    - External hard drives can be stolen, not only meaning your back up will be gone but your sensitive data will be available to the thief!

    - External hard drives that don’t require an extra plug all drain laptop batteries, those that do need a plug socket are cumbersome to use on the move

    - Backing up to an external drive requires input from you, our software is automated and means your data is kept up to date in the cloud

    We maintain secure Amazon s3 data servers which cannot lose your data, your data is not only safe but also secure – it is encrypted and no one but you can access it.