Backblaze Introduces One-Click Legal Hold Feature for Data Compliance

In a significant advancement for enterprise data management, Backblaze, a leading cloud storage provider, has unveiled a new one-click legal hold feature for its Computer Backup with Enterprise Control service. Announced on July 24, 2025, this feature allows organizations to easily preserve their entire backup data, including all historical versions, which is crucial during legal proceedings or when litigation is anticipated.

Legal holds are essential for organizations involved in litigation, as they ensure that potentially relevant information is preserved in its original state. According to Gleb Budman, CEO of Backblaze, "With Legal Hold, information stays secure and immediately accessible when the stakes are highest. Reliable preservation of data reduces exposure to fines and sanctions, giving organizations fast, predictable compliance support without extra software, hardware, or surprise fees." This feature addresses the challenges organizations face in identifying which files need to be preserved and implementing legal freezes on stored data, which can often be time-consuming and complex.

The introduction of this feature is particularly timely given the growing scrutiny on data management practices across various industries. Organizations that fail to comply with legal requirements regarding data preservation can face significant financial penalties. The new functionality allows administrators to activate legal holds directly from the Enterprise Control console without requiring additional hardware or software, thus streamlining the compliance process.

Notably, the legal hold operates silently in the background, ensuring that there is no downtime or disruption to users. Additionally, Backblaze offers unlimited version retention without extra fees, and instant file retrieval is available without charge, including encrypted drive delivery via courier. The data is secured by default, with encryption both at rest and in transit, and optional private-key encryption is also available for enhanced security.

Competitive landscape analysis reveals that other data management suppliers, such as Datadobi and Komprise, also provide legal hold functionalities for data under their management. CTERA, among others, offers similar services, indicating a growing trend in the industry toward simplifying legal compliance for enterprise clients.

The legal hold feature is now available to all Backblaze Computer Backup with Enterprise Control customers at no additional cost. New users can experience this feature through a complimentary 15-day trial.

This development highlights the increasing importance of data compliance solutions in today’s digital landscape, particularly as businesses juggle the demands of robust data management with the need to adhere to legal standards. As organizations continue to navigate complex regulatory environments, tools that simplify compliance processes will likely become even more critical in mitigating legal risks and ensuring data integrity.