Todays’ article is based on the topic of Verizon wireless backup assistant. So, we will have a look at the definition of Verizon wireless backup.
Verizon Wireless customers have the option of saving their contacts using a program called Backup Assistant. Using a Backup Assistant saves your contacts from your Verizon Wireless cell phone onto your Verizon Wireless online account. When you purchase a new phone from Verizon Wireless. You can automatically transfer your contacts from your computer to your new phone without having to manually input each name and number.

Backup Assistant Plus is a free service from Verizon Wireless that safeguards your contacts by automatically backing them up to a secure web site. If your phone is lost, stolen or damaged, Backup Assistant restores your saved address book to a new phone.
Backup of Verizon phone
Wireless Backup provides a reliable LTE connection that prevents business disruptions and protects revenue in the event of an unforeseen Internet outage. The Wireless Backup monthly fee starts at $10/month and automatically adjusts based on how much data you require, so you only pay for what you use.
Steps to backup Verizon phone are mentioned as follows:
- Open your Backup Assistant on your phone and click “Backup Now.” Your contacts are automatically backed up to your Verizon Wireless account when you press that button.
- View and edit your contacts on your computer by logging into your Verizon Wireless account and clicking on the “Backup Assistant” link on your account overview page.
Install Backup Assistant / Backup Assistant Plus Contacts
These are general instructions for installing the Backup Assistant or Backup Assistant Plus. To find instructions for a specific device, enter your device name and backup assistant (e.g., “htc one backup assistant“) in the Search box in the top right corner of our website. Instructions for your device will appear in the search results if they’re available.
Smartphones and tablets
- Open the app store on your device (e.g., Google Play™, Windows® Phone Store, etc.), and search for Backup Assistant.
- Select Backup Assistant or Backup Assistant Plus from the search results and follow the onscreen prompts to install it on your device.
- Once the download is complete, open your App menu and tap Backup Assistant to open the app.
You’ve successfully installed and set up Backup Assistant on your device.
Back-Up Contacts
These are general instructions for backing up your contacts on your device. To find instructions for a specific device, enter your device name and backup assistant (e.g., “htc one backup assistant”) in the Search box in the top right corner of our website. Instructions for your device will appear in the search results if they’re available.
Perform a manual backup
- Open the Backup Assistant app on your device.
- Select Backup Now.
You’ve successfully performed a manual backup.
Schedule Daily Recurring Backups
- Open the Backup Assistant app on your device.
- Select Options and select Schedule. Or for some devices, select Recurring Sync.
- Select one of the time options:
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
- Late Night
- An automatic backup will only occur if there have been changes to your device’s address book since your last backup.
- You’ve successfully set up recurring backups.
Restore Contacts
After switching to a new device, you’ll need to restore you’ve backed up contacts. These are general instructions for restoring contacts to a new device. To find instructions for a specific device, enter your device name and backup assistant (e.g., “htc one backup assistant”) in the Search box in the top right corner of our website. Instructions for your device will appear in the search results if they’re available.
To Restore Contacts:
- Open Backup Assistant on your new device.
- Enter your PIN when asked, and click OK or Restore.
Your new
device will then sync with the Backup Assistant server. Any contacts on the
server will transfer to your device, and any new contacts on your device will
be backed up to the server.
You’ve successfully restored your contacts and set up Backup Assistant on your new
device.
Manage Contacts Online
You can manage your contacts online with Verizon Cloud.
Disable backup settings- backup assistant plus
- Navigate: Apps > Settings.
- Under Accounts, tap Backup Assistant Plus (Media).
- Deselect only the following options: Pictures, Videos, Music, Documents.
- Selected when a checkmark is present.
- Contacts must remain selected.
Step 1
Locate the Backup Assistant application on your Verizon Wireless cell phone. If you do not have the application on your phone’s menu, you can download it from your phone’s “Get it Now” application. Instructions for the Get it Now the application is provided on the Verizon Wireless website for your specific phone.
Step 2
Open your Backup Assistant on your phone and click “Backup Now.” Your contacts are automatically backed up to your Verizon Wireless account when you press that button.
View and edit your contacts on your computer by logging into your Verizon Wireless account and clicking on the “Backup Assistant” link on your account overview page.
Backup Assistant web issues/constraints
Following these requirements will help prevent error notices when you enter and back up contact information.
- Valid phone field characters: 0123456789*#PT
- Valid email field characters: Must contain @ and “.”
- Required contact information:
- First name or last name or company name
- Phone number or email address