Pogoplug Backup is the newest and most up-to-date version of Pogoplug’s companion software, which brings backup front and center. Today, we’re going to give you a brief guide to using the new software to back up your important files.

Earlier this week, we introduced Pogoplug Backup and Pogoplug PC: two pieces of Pogoplug software to help you preserve your memories, back up your stuff, and access all your files no matter where you are.

Today, we’re going through some of the changes and the new features to our Pogoplug software.

Pogoplug Backup

We have been rolling out the update slowly for the past week, but as of today, Pogoplug PC and Pogoplug Backup are available to everyone for download.

If you currently use Pogoplug Software, you will be prompted to upgrade to our free companion software, Pogoplug Backup, the next time you sign in.

Pogoplug Backup features a new UI that makes it easier than ever to use Pogoplug to back up your important files, photos, videos and music. Pogoplug Backup also includes our popular drive app, which allows you to access your Pogoplug like a local drive on your computer.

Pogoplug PC

To use the remote access feature that was previously a part of Pogoplug Software, download Pogoplug PC.

Pogoplug PC allows you to access and stream the content stored on your computer(s) to any supported Web browser or your mobile device.

Download the free 30-day trial or buy Pogoplug PC for a one-time fee of $29.95.

If you have already purchased Pogoplug PC you should be upgraded to a full license when you download Pogoplug PC and log in to your account.  If you experience problems please contact support at support@pogoplug.com.

Check back here later for a brief walk through of Pogoplug PC and Pogoplug Backup! And as always, let us know what you think.

Thirty days hath September,
April, June and November,
All the rest have thirty-one,
February has twenty-eight alone.
Leap year coming one in four,
February has one day more.*

Since we’re all getting a free day this year, we decided to celebrate by giving you a free Pogoplug! Buy 1 Pogoplug Classic and get a 2^nd Pogoplug Classic absolutely free! This offer expires Friday, March 2^nd so buy now: shop.pogoplug.com/leapyear

With a Pogoplug device you can host your own cloud with unlimited online storage from the security of your home or office. Pogoplug Classic has 4 USB 2.0 ports so you can add up to 4 external hard drives.  You can set up Pogoplug Classic in less than sixty seconds–just add a hard drive, connect Pogoplug to your router, and activate your device!

Set up your free second device in another location for added security for your backups or look extra generous by giving your free Pogoplug Classic to a friend or family member.

Buy Pogoplug Classic now for just 49.95 + shipping and get a second Pogoplug absolutely free!  Happy Leap Day!

*Or for our more left-brained readers, here’s the Boolean expression for a leap year:

is_leap_year = ( year modulo 4 is 0 ) and ( ( year modulo 100 is not 0 ) or ( year modulo 400 is 0 ) )

Exciting news! Pogoplug PC and Pogoplug Backup have launched today and are slowly rolling out to current users of Pogoplug Software.  When we have updated your account, you will be prompted to upgrade to the new version and Pogoplug Backup will begin downloading. If you currently use Pogoplug Remote Access you will be asked if you would like to download Pogoplug PC as well. Otherwise it will be available for download on our website shortly.

So what’s new in the world of Pogoplug this week?

Well, we got a shoutout on Lifehacker, for one thing: “We’re currently fans of the Pogoplug software, which makes sharing your files super easy,” they wrote in their WeekendHacker article “Access Your Computer From Afar This Weekend.” Read article.

We’ve also gotten some great feedback on the latest update to our Android app. The update features a brand-new look, a quicker way to view your collaboration folders, and the ability to upload any kind of file. Get the newest version of Pogoplug for Android.

In user news, we’re pleased to announce that Josh Thomson is the winner of our winter photo contest! Congratulations to Josh for winning a Pogoplug Series 4 and 250GB hard drive. For your own chance to win, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

In conclusion, we leave you with the words of Pogoplug user James Reid:

We couldn’t agree more.