--- title: "Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud - Overview" canonical: "https://support.soteria-cloud.co.za/space/SCKB/49938433/Acronis%20Cyber%20Protect%20Cloud%20-%20Overview" format: markdown --- # Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud - Overview ## What is Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud? Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud is the foundation of Soteria Cloud's comprehensive data protection and cybersecurity platform. Hosted in our **Teraco Johannesburg and Cape Town data centers**, this integrated solution combines backup, disaster recovery, cybersecurity, and endpoint management into a single, powerful platform. Unlike traditional point solutions that require multiple vendors and complex integrations, Soteria Cloud delivers **unified cyber protection** through one console, one agent, and one licensing model. --- ## Why Soteria Cloud + Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud? ### πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ **Local Infrastructure, Local Support** - **Data sovereignty**: Your data stays in South Africa, hosted in Teraco's world-class JHB and CPT facilities - **Low latency**: Fast backup and recovery with local data centers - **Compliance ready**: Meet POPIA, GDPR, and industry-specific requirements - **Local expertise**: Dedicated South African support team that understands your business environment ### πŸ›‘οΈ **Integrated Cyber Protection** Soteria Cloud eliminates the complexity of managing separate backup and security tools: - **Backup + Anti-malware**: Every backup is scanned for threats - **Disaster Recovery + EDR**: Recover to clean, malware-free states - **Patch Management + Vulnerability Assessment**: Proactive protection - **RMM + Security**: Unified endpoint management and protection --- ## Core Capabilities ### **Data Protection** - **Advanced Backup**: Protect physical servers, virtual machines, workstations, and cloud workloads - **Microsoft 365 & Google Workspace Backup**: Comprehensive SaaS protection - **Disaster Recovery**: Rapid failover to Soteria Cloud infrastructure - **Continuous Data Protection (CDP)**: Near-zero RPO for critical workloads ### **Cybersecurity** - **Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)**: AI-powered threat detection and response - **Anti-malware & Antivirus**: Real-time protection with behavioral analysis - **URL Filtering**: Block malicious websites and phishing attempts - **Vulnerability Assessment**: Identify and remediate security gaps - **Data Loss Prevention (DLP)**: Prevent unauthorized data exfiltration ### **Management & Automation** - **Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM)**: Centralized IT asset management - **Patch Management**: Automated OS and application patching - **Remote Desktop**: Secure remote access to endpoints - **Software Deployment**: Streamlined application distribution - **Reporting & Compliance**: Comprehensive audit trails and compliance reports ### **Email & Collaboration Security** - **Advanced Email Security**: Anti-spam, anti-phishing, and email sandboxing - **Email Archiving**: Long-term retention for Microsoft 365 - **File Sync & Share**: Secure collaboration with encryption --- ## Platform Support Soteria Cloud protects **20+ platforms**, including: | **Category** | **Supported Platforms** | | --- | --- | | **Operating Systems** | Windows Server, Windows 10/11, Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian), macOS | | **Virtualization** | VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix Hypervisor, Red Hat Virtualization | | **Cloud Workloads** | Microsoft Azure VMs, Amazon EC2, Google Cloud Platform | | **Applications** | Microsoft SQL Server, Exchange Server, SharePoint, Active Directory, Oracle DB, SAP HANA, MySQL, MariaDB | | **SaaS** | Microsoft 365, Google Workspace | | **Mobile** | iOS, Android | --- ## Storage Options Soteria Cloud offers flexible storage to meet your performance, compliance, and budget requirements: ### **Soteria Cloud Storage (Recommended)** - Hosted in Teraco JHB and CPT data centers - Geo-redundant replication between sites - Immutable storage options for ransomware protection - Pay-as-you-grow consumption pricing ### **Hybrid Storage** - Combine local storage (NAS, SAN) with Soteria Cloud for 3-2-1 backup strategy - Supports SMB/CIFS, NFS, and iSCSI ### **Public Cloud Integration** - Microsoft Azure Blob Storage - Amazon S3 and S3-compatible storage - Google Cloud Storage --- ## Licensing Models Soteria Cloud offers flexible licensing to match your business model: ### **Per-Workload Licensing** - Ideal for predictable environments - Fixed monthly cost per protected device or user ### **Consumption-Based Licensing** - Pay only for storage and compute resources used - Perfect for variable workloads and seasonal businesses ### **Bundled Offerings** Soteria Cloud packages Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud into purpose-built bundles: - **Complete BDR**: Comprehensive backup and disaster recovery - **Total Data Protection (TDP)**: End-to-end data resilience - **Ultimate Microsoft 365 Protection**: Full M365 backup, security, and archiving - **Security + RMM**: Unified endpoint management and cybersecurity --- ## Key Differentiators ### **5 Vectors of Cyber Protection** Soteria Cloud delivers protection across all attack surfaces: 1. **Safety**: Backup and disaster recovery 2. **Accessibility**: Anytime, anywhere data access 3. **Privacy**: Encryption and access controls 4. **Authenticity**: Blockchain-based notarization 5. **Security**: Anti-malware, EDR, and vulnerability management ### **AI-Powered Protection** - **Behavioral analysis**: Detect zero-day threats and ransomware - **AI-assisted backup validation**: Automated boot screenshot verification - **Smart protection plans**: Adjust policies based on threat intelligence ### **Forensic-Rich Backups** - Capture security events alongside backup data - Investigate incidents using historical forensic information - Restore to pre-attack states with confidence --- ## Who Should Use This? ### **Managed Service Providers (MSPs)** - Multi-tenant architecture for managing multiple clients - White-label capabilities with custom branding - Automated billing integration - Tiered service offerings ### **Resellers & VARs** - Wholesale pricing with attractive margins - Sales and technical enablement from Soteria Cloud - Marketing materials and co-branding opportunities ### **IT Departments** - Simplify IT operations with unified management - Reduce vendor sprawl and licensing complexity - Meet compliance requirements with comprehensive reporting ### **End Customers** - Enterprise-grade protection without enterprise complexity - Predictable pricing and transparent billing - 24/7 support from Soteria Cloud and your trusted partner --- ## Getting Started ### **For Resellers** 1. **Sign up** as a Soteria Cloud Reseller Partner 2. **Access training** through our partner portal 3. **Deploy** the Acronis agent to customer endpoints 4. **Configure** protection plans from the unified console 5. **Monitor & manage** all customers from one dashboard ### **For End Users** 1. **Contact** your Soteria Cloud reseller or MSP 2. **Receive** agent installation and configuration 3. **Verify** backups and protection status 4. **Access** self-service recovery portal (if enabled) --- ## Support & Resources - **Soteria Cloud Support**: Available to all resellers and affiliates - **Partner Portal**: Training, documentation, and marketing materials - **Acronis Documentation**: [Official Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud Docs](https://www.acronis.com/en-us/support/documentation/CyberProtectionService/) - **Local Data Centers**: Teraco Johannesburg (JHB) and Cape Town (CPT) --- *Powered by Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud | Delivered by Soteria Cloud*