Entra ID: The missing link in Microsoft 365 backup
Protecting Microsoft 365 data is no longer optional in a world where cybercriminals are targeting the cloud like never before. Many organizations already have backup solutions implemented to protect emails, Teams chats, and other files, but there’s often one crucial piece missing from the complete security puzzle. Entra ID is that missing piece – the authentication layer of Microsoft 365 backup that ensures secure access and quick restore.
What is Entra ID?
Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) is Microsoft’s cloud-based identity and access management (IAM) service. It secures user identities and manages access to Microsoft 365 resources. Entra ID is also responsible for all data privileges defining which file, site, or chat belongs to whom.
While it is not a backup solution in itself, Entra ID is foundational for secure access – and must be protected alongside your data.
Imagine a ransomware attack. You’ve backed up your files – but attackers have wiped or tampered with your user roles and access settings. Even if intact, your data becomes disconnected and unusable. All context around ownership, permissions, and access is lost and you’re left with a disorganized collection of files with no clear structure – essentially data with no users to access it.
This is why Entra ID backup is critical. With a complete backup strategy including Entra ID and a reliable backup solution – like Anycloud Backup for 365 – you can easily and quickly restore content and access information. This creates a solid foundation for both security of user access and continuity.
Why Entra ID and backup work better together
Combining Entra ID with Anycloud Backup for 365 results in a complete backup package. Anycloud Backup for 365 secures your critical content, including Outlook emails, Teams messages, SharePoint documents, and OneDrive files. Entra ID protects the access and privileges that govern this content.
This powerful combination gives you more than just data recovery. Together, they deliver:
Full control
Granular restore of users, groups, access policies, and role assignments.
Faster recovery
Identity and data can be restored in sync, getting users back to work quickly.
Stronger security posture
Retain and recover conditional access rules, MFA settings, and application configurations.
Compliance-ready infrastructure
Meet regulatory needs like GDPR and DORA with long-term retention of both identity and data.
By combining Entra ID with a reliable backup solution, your organization achieves full lifecycle protection – from secure access and identity management to complete data backup and recovery. This will provide you with peace of mind, knowing that you’re covered from both a security and continuity perspective.
How do you integrate Entra ID with your current backup solution?
Integrating Entra ID into your backup strategy is simple. The two are designed to work together – like two perfectly aligned puzzle pieces. Together, they provide you with the full picture of your Microsoft 365 environment – outside of Microsoft, ensuring data security and compliance in multi-cloud environments.
Let’s help you get started, establishing continuity and protection of your Microsoft 365 data with Entra ID.
