# How to Use Arq Backup with eazyBackup e3 Object Storage

Backing up your data with **Arq Backup** and **e3** is simple and secure. We will walk you through the steps to configure Arq to store encrypted backups directly in your e3 cloud storage bucket.

### What You’ll Need

Before we begin, you will need the following:

* Start a free **eazyBackup e3** trial
* Your **S3 access key** and **secret key**
* The **endpoint URL**
* The **bucket name** you’ll use for backups
* **Arq Backup** installed on your computer

1. Start a free trial of the eazyBackup e3 object storage service. 
2. Login to the eazyBackup Dashboard. From the eazyBackup menu, select e3 Object Storage -> Buckets. 

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3. Create a new bucket that will be used for your Arq Backup.&#x20;

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Choose the type of bucket for your backup, you can optionally enable Versioning or Object Locking on the new bucket.&#x20;

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4. Open Arq and create a new backup destination
   * Launch the Arq Backup app.
   * Click **"File"** and click **"New Storage Location"**.
   * Choose **"S3-Compatible Server"** as the destination type.

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5. Enter the service URL and your credentials

| Field                 | Value                                                                           |
| --------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Access Key ID**     | *Enter your e3 access key*                                                      |
| **Secret Access Key** | *Enter your e3 secret key*                                                      |
| **Bucket Name**       | *Use the new bucket name you created*                                           |
| **Service URL:**      | `https://s3.ca-central-1.eazybackup.com` *(or your specific region's endpoint)* |

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6. Choose what you want to back up

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7. Configure your schedule and settings

* Choose your desired backup frequency (e.g., hourly, daily).
* Set your retention policy to control how long older backups are kept.
* Optionally, enable throttling to limit bandwidth usage during backups.
* Click Save when you are done.&#x20;

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8. Monitor and Manage Your Backups

* Arq will automatically upload your files based on your schedule.
* You can view the status of each backup, restore files, or adjust settings anytime from the Arq app.
* After your backup completes, you can check the contents of your Arq bucket from our Dashboard, visit the Buckets page and click the 'Browse' button to view the contents of the bucket.&#x20;

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### Need Help?

If you have questions or run into any issues, we’re happy to help.&#x20;

* Open a support ticket from the eazyBackup dashboard
* Call us at 888 969-2016
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